World-class Fibre Connectivity Underpins Cape Town’s Digital Future
Following the successful rollout of its core business fibre network, MetroFibre is poised to support Cape Town’s digital transformation.
Fibre infrastructure has been rolled out at scale in Cape Town’s burgeoning commerce hubs by MetroFibre, with substantial investments across several key areas including Cape Town Central, Woodstock, Observatory, Claremont, Pinelands, Ndabeni, Epping Industria, Beaconvale, Stikland Industrial, Triangle Farm, Bellville, Brackenfell, Atlantic Hills, Montague Gardens, Century City, and Paarden Eiland.
More than 4,000 businesses with high-calibre connectivity and service needs now have access to MetroFibre’s globally compliant Carrier Ethernet 3.0 network, backed by stringent service level agreements with high resiliency, ultra-low latency, and carrier-grade connectivity.
Transforming from Telco to Tech Co
Anthonie Lombard, Acting Head of Wholesale for MetroFibre, highlights the company’s strategic transformation from a traditional telco to a tech company. “Our vision is driven by innovation and customer-centricity,” says Lombard. “By integrating cutting-edge technologies, we meet the growing demands of our customers as new technologies emerge. This transition involves not just adopting new technologies, but also changing our operational mindset to put our customers at the core of all we do. This commitment aligns with our focus on conscious connectivity, ensuring that our network solutions contribute to the economic empowerment and progress of the communities and businesses we serve.”
Cybersecurity and Advanced Encryption
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is paramount. MetroFibre offers advanced post-quantum encryption technologies at both the physical and data traffic layers, ensuring military and banking-grade security for customers handling sensitive data and requiring the highest levels of data protection.
MEF CE 3.0 Certification
Lombard underscores the significance of MetroFibre’s MEF CE 3.0 certification, which sets a high standard for international best practices. “This certification demonstrates our commitment to global standards and ensures our network meets the highest quality and performance metrics,” Lombard explains. “The Carrier Ethernet 3.0 (CE 3.0) program, developed by the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF), allows service providers and equipment vendors worldwide to validate their compliance with internationally recognized MEF Carrier Ethernet service specifications. CE 3.0 standards streamline the deployment of Carrier Ethernet services by reducing the time and resources needed to evaluate service offerings and equipment, as MEF compliance confirms that these services are fully standardized for global use.”
Empowering Communities through BBBEE
MetroFibre is a level 1 contributor to the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) initiative. This status allows customers to claim procurement at 135% of their spend, supporting local businesses and promoting economic empowerment within the community. This commitment not only strengthens local economies but also aligns with MetroFibre’s dedication to fostering inclusive growth and development.
Cape Town’s Strategic Importance Cape Town’s strategic importance and robust digital infrastructure are central to the development of Sub-Saharan Africa’s data center and cloud ecosystem. Significant investments in carrier-neutral data centers, along with the arrival of Google’s Equiano cable and the 2Africa cable, enhance bandwidth capacity and connectivity for Cape Town, making it a vital gateway for international and regional data traffic. MetroFibre’s expansion in Cape Town underscores its commitment to supporting the city’s digital transformation, focusing on advanced infrastructure, customer satisfaction, and community impact. As Cape Town businesses embrace this transformation, they can look forward to seamless, reliable, and high-speed connectivity, driving innovation and growth across the region.