The New DStv Era: More Sport, More Entertainment, More Value Across Africa

DStv is entering a new era. From 5 November, MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, is introducing its most significant DStv package refresh in years, designed to deliver more entertainment, more sport and greater value to customers across Africa. 

With a reimagined package lineup, expanded sports access, refreshed movie offerings, investment in local content, DStv is making premium entertainment and world-class sport more accessible than ever before.

DStv Introduces New Packages Designed Around How Customers Watch

The new DStv package structure reflects changing viewing habits, making it easier for customers to choose the package that best suits their needs while unlocking access to more premium content across the portfolio.

DStv Starter: More Channels, More Football

Formerly known as DStv Access, DStv Starter now includes 10 additional channels and introduces the brand-new SuperSport KICKOFF channel. 

Sports fans can enjoy selected matches from some of the world's biggest football tournaments, including the Premier League and UEFA Champions League, bringing elite football action to even more households across Africa.

DStv Select: Family Entertainment for Everyone

Replacing DStv Family, DStv Select delivers an enhanced entertainment experience with a comprehensive mix of movies, local and international series, kids' programming and selected live sport. 

Subscribers will also enjoy access to DStv's refreshed movie portfolio, featuring: 

• M-Net Movies+ 
• M-Net Stars 
• M-Net Legends 

These channels bring more blockbuster films, quicker access to new releases and a richer movie-viewing experience with fewer repeats.

More Sport Than Ever Before on DStv

Sport remains at the heart of the DStv experience, and the new package lineup significantly expands access to premium sporting content.

DStv Sports: The Ultimate Package for Sports Fans

Previously known as DStv Compact, DStv Sports becomes DStv's first package specifically designed for sports enthusiasts. 

The package includes: 

• 17 dedicated sports channels 
• Every Premier League match 
• Every UEFA Champions League match 
• Cricket previously exclusive to DStv Premium 
• Selected international club rugby 
• WWE 
• UFC 

In addition to its extensive sports offering, DStv Sports includes all the entertainment content available on DStv Select, ensuring customers enjoy the perfect balance of sport and entertainment.

DStv Ultimate: The Best of Premium Sport and Entertainment

The former DStv Premium package is now DStv Ultimate, the platform's most comprehensive entertainment destination. 

Subscribers receive everything available on DStv Sports, plus access to additional premium sporting events, including: 

• Formula 1 
• MotoGP 
• Grand Slam tennis 
• Major golf tournaments 

DStv Ultimate customers also continue to enjoy the latest premium international series on M-Net alongside an unrivalled entertainment lineup.

MultiChoice and CANAL+ Continue Investing in African Content

As MultiChoice integrates with CANAL+, customers will benefit from greater access to premium content, stronger content partnerships and enhanced viewing experiences across the continent. 

At the same time, the company remains committed to African storytelling and local content production. 

MultiChoice continues to invest heavily in original African productions and market-specific programming, ensuring audiences enjoy a compelling mix of homegrown entertainment alongside the very best international content. 

"MultiChoice has built an extraordinary connection with African audiences and a deep understanding of the stories they love to watch," says Nomsa Philiso, EVP Content, CANAL+ Africa. "CANAL+ shares that commitment and continues to invest in African storytelling through increased production and global distribution opportunities." 

DStv Hardware Promotion Makes Entertainment More Accessible

To help more households access premium television, sport and entertainment, DStv will launch a special hardware promotion from 2 November 2026 to 28 February 2027. 

During the promotional period, customers will be able to purchase selected DStv decoders and hardware bundles at discounted prices, making it easier and more affordable to get connected. 

The promotion forms part of MultiChoice's broader commitment to delivering greater value, wider access and more opportunities for African audiences to enjoy the very best of DStv.

Why the New DStv Matters 

The new DStv package lineup represents one of the biggest changes in the platform's history, offering: 

✅ More sports content across multiple packages
✅ Greater access to Premier League and UEFA football 
✅ Enhanced movie and entertainment channels 
✅ Continued investment in local African content 
✅ Improved value across the DStv portfolio 
✅ Affordable hardware promotions to help more customers get connected 

From 5 November, customers can expect more sport, more entertainment, more African stories and more value from DStv than ever before.