SAICSIT

South African Institute for
Computer Scientists and
Information Technologists

Welcome to SAICSIT

SAICSIT is a professional society whose members aim to seek solutions to technical and socio-economic problems in South Africa by means of research and development projects.

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Since 1982

SAICSIT strategic objectives: Enhance, support, seek and strive.

Conference Details

SAICSIT 2026, Capetown (Western Cape) 13th to the 15th of July.

The South African Institute for Computer Scientists and Information Technologists

Founded in 1982, the South African Institute for Computer Scientists and Information Technologists (SAICSIT) aims to:

ENHANCE research and development collaboration with other professional bodies;
SUPPORT education and training;
SEEK solutions to technical and socio-economic problems in South Africa by means of research and development projects;
STRIVE for professionalism and excellence.

SAICSIT 2026 Conference

The School of Information Technology at the University of Cape Town is privileged to host the 47th edition of the South African Institute for Computer Scientists and Information Technologists Conference (SAICSIT) in Cape Town, from 13-15 July 2026.

The primary focus of the conference is to bring together researchers, scholars and industry participants to exchange and share their experiences and latest research results in all aspects of Computer Science and Information Systems. Given the recent increased international interest in Artificial Intelligence research and applications, the conference theme for 2026 is: “The Frontiers of Artificial Intelligence Systems and Sustainable Technologies in Africa”, where we will engage with research around advancements in Artificial Intelligence technological innovation across Africa.