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Fibre, straight-talking.

Guides, comparisons and honest advice on South African home fibre — written to help you choose well, not to sell you anything.

How-to

Who is my fibre ISP? How to find your provider and network

Moved into a home with fibre already installed? Here’s how to find out which ISP and fibre network (FNO) you’re on, and how to switch to a better deal on the same line.

18 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
Guide

What is fibre and how does it work?

A plain-English explainer of what fibre internet is, how it carries data as light through glass, why it’s faster and more stable than older connections, and how it reaches your home.

18 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
Guide

Streaming services in South Africa 2026 — compared

Netflix, Showmax, Disney+, Prime Video and more — what each streaming service costs in South Africa, how they compare, and the internet speed you actually need to watch.

18 Jun 2026 · 9 min read
Compare

Rain 5G vs fibre in South Africa — which is better for your home?

Rain’s uncapped 5G home internet vs fibre in South Africa — speed, price, reliability, contracts and coverage compared, so you can pick the right one for your home.

18 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Compare

LTE vs fibre in South Africa — which should you get?

LTE and fixed-LTE vs fibre compared for South African homes — speed, latency, data costs, reliability and installation — so you can pick the right home internet.

18 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Guide

LTE & 5G signal boosters in South Africa — do they work?

How to improve weak LTE or 5G home internet in South Africa — router placement, external antennas, signal boosters, the legal rules, and when fibre is the better fix.

18 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
How-to

How to cancel your TV licence in South Africa

How to deregister or cancel your SABC TV licence in South Africa — when you qualify, the affidavit and documents you need, settling your balance, and the official steps.

18 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
How-to

How to cancel your Telkom line in South Africa

A step-by-step guide to cancelling a Telkom line or fibre service — notice periods, the channels to use, returning equipment, and avoiding early-termination surprises.

18 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
Guide

Fibre and internet jargon explained — a South African glossary

A plain-English glossary of South African fibre and internet terms — FNO, ISP, ONT, uncapped, shaped, latency, CGNAT and more — so you can read any deal with confidence.

18 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Guide

Fibre routers from ISPs — free deals, buying your own & getting good Wi-Fi

How fibre routers from South African ISPs work — free-to-keep router deals, whether to buy your own, mesh Wi-Fi, and how to get strong signal in every room.

18 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
How-to

Fibre provider contact numbers in South Africa — who to call for what

Official contact and support details for South Africa’s fibre networks and ISPs — Vumatel, Openserve, Telkom, Vodacom and more — plus who to call for line faults vs billing.

18 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
Area guide

Fibre in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha): networks, coverage and deals

Which fibre networks cover Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha, the speeds and prices to expect, and why an address check beats guessing by suburb.

18 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Area guide

Fibre in East London: networks, coverage and the best deals

Which fibre networks cover East London and Buffalo City, the speeds and prices to expect, and why an address check beats guessing by suburb.

18 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Area guide

Fibre in Bloemfontein: networks, coverage and the best deals

Which fibre networks cover Bloemfontein, the speeds and prices to expect, and why checking your exact address beats guessing by suburb.

18 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Guide

Black Friday fibre deals in South Africa — how to get the best one

What to expect from Black Friday fibre deals in South Africa, the discounts that are actually worth it, the traps to avoid, and how to be ready to grab the best offer.

18 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
Explainer

‘Uncapped’ fibre explained: FUP, throttling and the fine print

What “uncapped” really means on South African fibre — Fair Use Policies, throttling, line speed vs WiFi, and why fibre uncapped beats LTE soft caps.

15 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Comparison

SA fibre networks compared: Vumatel vs Openserve vs Frogfoot vs Octotel

Vumatel, Openserve, Frogfoot and Octotel compared on coverage, speed and what each is known for, plus why your address, not your wishlist, picks the network.

15 Jun 2026 · 9 min read
Buying guide

Month-to-month vs 12-month fibre contracts: which is better?

Month-to-month or a 12-month fibre contract in South Africa? The real trade-offs on setup fees, free install, lock-in and price, and how to choose.

15 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
How-to

How to check fibre coverage at your address in South Africa

A clear guide to checking fibre coverage at your exact address in South Africa — what live, coming soon and not available mean, and what to do next.

15 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Pricing

How much does fibre cost in South Africa? Real monthly prices (2026)

What home fibre really costs in South Africa in 2026 — honest monthly price ranges by speed, the once-off fees, and how to pay less at your address.

15 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Comparison

Fibre vs 5G in South Africa: which should you actually get?

An honest fibre vs 5G comparison for SA homes — speed, latency, caps, load-shedding and price. When each wins, and why to check fibre coverage first.

15 Jun 2026 · 9 min read
Area guide

Fibre in Pretoria: networks, coverage and the best deals

Which fibre networks reach Pretoria and Tshwane, typical speeds and prices, and how to find the best deal for your exact address, without the guesswork.

15 Jun 2026 · 9 min read
Area guide

Fibre in Johannesburg: networks, coverage and the best deals

Which fibre networks cover Johannesburg, typical speeds and prices, and how to find the best deal for your exact address, from Sandton to Soweto.

15 Jun 2026 · 9 min read
Area guide

Fibre in Durban: networks, coverage and the best deals

Which fibre networks cover Durban, typical speeds and prices, and how to find the best deal for your exact address in eThekwini.

15 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Area guide

Fibre in Cape Town: networks, coverage and the best deals

Which fibre networks cover Cape Town, the speeds and prices to expect, and why an address check beats guessing by suburb.

15 Jun 2026 · 9 min read
Comparison

Best fibre ISP in South Africa (2026): how the providers really compare

There’s no single best fibre ISP in South Africa. Here’s how the notable providers compare, and how to pick the right one for your address, budget and needs.

15 Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Buying guide

Best fibre deals in South Africa (2026): how to actually find the cheapest

How to find the cheapest fibre deal at your address in South Africa — what really drives the price, the traps to dodge, and how to compare ISPs the smart way.

15 Jun 2026 · 7 min read

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