About Us
About Us
Connecting Africa’s Digital Future
TouchNet’s journey began as an agile Business-to-Business Internet Service Provider and has since evolved into a key player in Africa’s digital transformation. Today, we are proud to lead the way in Decentralized Sovereign AI Cloud Services, designed to empower and accelerate the growth of Data Centre Providers, Carriers, MSPs, CSPs, and ISPs across the continent.
Driven by our core values of Loyalty, Willingness, Honesty, and Faith, TouchNet builds long-lasting relationships grounded in trust and mutual success. Over the past 15 years, more than 300 business clients and managed service providers have experienced our commitment to innovation, adaptability, and delivering fit-for-market commercial models and solutions tailored to Africa’s unique needs.
With an unwavering belief in the potential of the continent and a passion for enabling its digital future, TouchNet continues to grow as a trusted partner in progress.
Our mission
Empowering partners and customers with scalable ISP, sovereign cloud, and enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions.
Our Vision
Leading Africa’s digital future through innovative, fit-for-market and tailored technology solutions.
Our Vision
Leading Africa’s digital future through innovative, fit-for-market and tailored technology solutions.
Our Mission
Empowering partners and customers with scalable ISP, sovereign cloud, and enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions.
What we do
TouchNet Infracore
(BUILD)
Physical infrastructure is built, managed, and operated, including fibre networks in commercial properties, building wireless towers, and robust WiFi networks.
TouchNet Telecommunications
(CONNECT)
We deliver cloud services and managed networks to MSPs across Africa, specializing in B2B / B2G connectivity, VoIP, and end-to-end cloud infrastructure solutions.
TouchNet Linx
(PROTECT)
Specialized cyber security solutions are sourced and distributed, offering XDR, Mobile Device Security, vulnerability testing, and anti-phishing email protection.
Our Values
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Loyalty
Willingness
Faith
Honesty
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Our Values
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Loyalty
Willing
Faith
Honesty
Our Connectivity Journey
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The team
Charly Bahous
Founder and CEO
With 24 years in ICT, Charly’s journey began as a cybersecurity engineer and evolved into a trailblazing leader in the cloud industry. His visionary mindset and fearless approach to embracing challenges have not only driven transformative breakthroughs but also accelerated the cloud revolution across Africa. Under his stewardship, Touchnet Telecoms has set new benchmarks for excellence and reliability in telecommunications. Charly’s strategic vision and commitment to innovation continue to inspire and redefine the future of ICT.
Sean Harduth
Head of Finance
Key member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing the company’s financial strategy, governance, and compliance. With a strong focus on financial integrity, risk management, and sustainable growth, they play a vital role in supporting informed decision-making across the business. Their expertise, attention to detail, and collaborative approach make them an integral part of the organisation’s continued success, ensuring stability, strengthening financial oversight, and contributing to long-term value and resilience.
Abyda Aziz
Head of Operations
14+ years of experience in the ICT space driving digital transformation in South Africa and across Africa. Her expertise spans strategic partnerships and the implementation of solutions across Africa with an indicative focus on digitalisation, cloud, and skills enablement. Abyda has played a pivotal role in shaping Africa’s digital landscape through Afrocentric digitization strategies and capacity building, including deployments and technical initiatives, contributing to sustainable growth, innovation, and long-term impact across multiple sectors.
Julie Irmes
Head of Sales and Business Development
With a keen business philosophy focused on developing customer-led solutions that are finely attuned to market dynamics, Julie has played a pivotal role in driving growth and fostering industry development within the cloud ecosystem across Africa. Julie’s dedication to innovation and her deep understanding of market intricacies have positioned her at the forefront of shaping the future of telecommunications. Her insights today promise to enlighten us on the evolving landscape of cloud technologies and their impact on regional and global markets.
Umme-Romaan Bhamjee
Head of People and Culture
Valued member of the leadership team who is deeply committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. With a people-first approach, She focuses on nurturing talent, strengthening culture, and ensuring fair and respectful employment practices across the organisation. Umme-Romaan’s genuine care for people, paired with a thoughtful and practical approach to HR, helps employees thrive while supporting the business’s long-term success.
Vimal Kana
Head of Projects
Leads the projects team with clarity, dedication, and a strong commitment to delivery excellence. He plays a central role in planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects from start to finish, ensuring timelines, quality, and client expectations are consistently met. With a hands-on and collaborative approach, he supports his team while keeping projects aligned with business objectives, contributing meaningfully to the organisations ongoing success.
Peter Reyneke
Senior Engineer
Key role in designing, maintaining, and optimising the organisation’s core infrastructure and cloud environments. With deep technical expertise and a practical, solutions-driven approach, he ensures systems are secure, scalable, and reliable. Working closely with cross-functional teams, he helps deliver resilient platforms that support business operations and enable future growth.
Spencer Masawi
Senior Engineer
Supports the stability and performance of our core and cloud platforms, ensuring critical systems operate reliably and efficiently. With a strong focus on best practice and continuous improvement, he plays an important role in supporting both day-to-day operations and future technology initiatives.
Phillip Moropodi
Service Desk Manager
Leads the support team with a strong focus on service excellence and customer satisfaction. He ensures issues are resolved efficiently, processes run smoothly, and clients receive reliable, responsive support, playing a key role in maintaining trusted customer relationships.
Lenique Snyders
Service Delivery Manager
Ensures that services are delivered consistently, reliably, and in line with client expectations. Working closely with internal teams and customers, She focuses on performance, continuous improvement, and strong relationships to ensure a high-quality service experience.
Gideon Coetzee
Head of Infracore
Oversees the design, stability, and performance of the organisation’s telecommunications core and infrastructure environments. He plays a critical role in ensuring resilient, secure, and scalable platforms that support service delivery and future growth. With a strong technical foundation and a collaborative leadership style, he leads teams that keep the network and infrastructure operating at its best.
Touchnet is Ready To Connect You To what Matters
Contact our experienced team and get connected today.
Johannesburg
Block B 151 Katherine street Sandown, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2198, South Africa
+27 100 600 400
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Cape Town
7 Millvale Road, Milnerton, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
+27 100 600 400
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Durban
303 Anton Lembede Street, 5th Floor, Durban Club Place, Durban, 4001, South Africa
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