2026 IT Indaba to unite thousands of tech professionals in Sandton

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Building on the success of its inaugural event, the 2026 IT Indaba returns to the Sandton Convention Centre on 21 October.

On 21 October 2026, the second annual IT Indaba will see thousands of tech professionals gather in Sandton. It remains the premier business technology gathering in the southern hemisphere.

Digital disruption continues to transform enterprise operations, remote work structures and smart technology solutions. Behind every automation sits a dedicated team of IT professionals procuring systems, tools and platforms. Experienced developers and engineers also build the core processes powering modern client interfaces.

On 21 October, over 3,000 tech professionals will convene at the Sandton Convention Centre. Attendees include computer scientists, cyber specialists, data analysts, software engineers and enterprise tech professionals from across industries.

During the full-day event, delegates will participate in bespoke sessions led by top South African CIOs from Capitec, Sasol, Sars, Landbank and many more. Attendees can explore the vibrant exhibition hall and build valuable professional connections. Spotlight topics include artificial intelligence productivity, cybersecurity resilience, cloud expansion, fintech innovation and data-driven decision-making.

The Sandton Convention Centre will showcase leading technology vendors, payment platforms and enterprise suppliers.

Whether benchmarking digital strategy or exploring emerging tools, the IT Indaba provides an ideal platform for tech leaders.

Registration is free for qualifying business tech professionals across Africa. Register here.

 

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