MetroFibre Networx built its reputation on one thing customers love: fast, symmetrical fibre where your upload matches your download.
The story behind MetroFibre
Founded in 2010, MetroFibre has grown into one of South Africa’s larger open-access operators. A consortium led by African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM), alongside SAHIF and STOA, became its biggest backer in 2022, funding an aggressive rollout. Its residential service is sold under two brands, Metro Nexus (premium) and Metro Nova (broader residential).
How MetroFibre works
MetroFibre is an open-access network: it owns and maintains the fibre in the ground, but it doesn't sell you the internet directly. Instead, several independent ISPs ride the same line, and you choose which one to buy from, and you can switch ISP later without a new installation. That's why our coverage check shows the network at your address, then lets you compare the ISP packages on it by real monthly price.
Where MetroFibre reaches
MetroFibre operates across several provinces, concentrated in Gauteng and the Western Cape with a KwaZulu-Natal presence, and is reported among the country’s top few FNOs by homes passed.
Speeds & signing up
Packages run from modest symmetrical tiers up to 1 Gbps, all uncapped, the matching upload speed is the headline draw for remote work, backups and video calls. Resold by Afrihost, Webafrica, MWEB, Vox and others; check your address to compare.
Common questions
What does “symmetrical” mean?
Your upload speed equals your download speed, so sending large files, backing up to the cloud and video calling are as fast as downloading.
Do I deal with MetroFibre or my ISP for faults?
Start with your ISP, they’re your point of contact and will escalate to MetroFibre if it’s a network issue.