New DStv packages: What to expect

So you’ve heard DStv is bringing in a whole new package offering?  

DStv is introducing new packages in South Africa from 17 September 2026. The changes include new package names, revised channel lineups, a Sports package, a new Movies. + Series package, updated pricing and automatic migration. Here’s everything you need to know about the new DStv packages. 

New DStv packages explained

You’ve asked and DStv is listening. The new packages are simpler, clearer and offer more of what you want: more sport, more channels, and fewer repeats.  

The six core packages are designed to make great content more accessible. In South Africa, there is:  

• Starter (85+ channels, from R99 PM)
• Select (100+ channels from R299 PM)
• Sports (115+ channels from R399 PM)
• Movies & Series (115+ channels, R500 PM)
• Premium (130+ channels, from R799 PM) (unchanged offering)
• EasyView (35+ channels for R30 PM) (unchanged offering)

For the first time, DStv has a Sports package, as well as a Movies & Series package that offers the very best international and local entertainment. Both packages also offer everything that’s available to Select and Starter subscribers.  

From there, Sports adds every match of the Premier League, Champions League and the South African Premiership (PSL), local rugby including the Currie Cup and SA Cup, with a taste of international club rugby (URC Match of the week), Combat sports (UFC/EFC), and cycling, including the Tour de France and Cape Epic. You’ll also get SuperSport Cricket, previously only available to Premium subscribers. It includes all the cricket from the SA20, IPL, the Proteas and Tests.  

Movies & Series adds the best local and international entertainment we have to offer: M-Net, kykNET, Mzansi Magic, BBC Earth, Discovery Channel, and M-Net Movies+ (formerly M-Net Movies 1&2), now available at a much lower price point than ever before, plus the same full PSL coverage carried over from Select. 

Why are DStv packages changing?

We’re making the packages simpler and easier for our customers to understand. We’re strengthening our channel lineup, giving customers more value and fresher content. It’s the first step in a wider effort to make DStv even better for customers.  

What's changing for me?

From 17 September, DStv customers are being migrated to new packages, and the new packages will be available to new subscribers. The migration is being implemented in phases, and even if your account shows your old package name, you’ll still receive any new channels.  

Which customers are affected?

Premium and EasyView stay the same, although of course Premium customers have access to our exciting new channels. Compact Plus is also unchanged, although no new subscriptions to Compact Plus are possible.  

All DStv subscribers will be automatically migrated to their new packages:

• Premium, Compact Plus and EasyView subscribers stay on their current package.
• Movies & Series is a new package.
• Compact subscribers move to Sports.
• Family subscribers move to Select.
• Access subscribers move to Starter.

Introducing the new DStv packages

DStv Starter package

• Get the best value DStv has to offer. Local and international drama, movies and live football with the all-new Wethu+, SuperSport KICKOFF, kykNET & Kie, VIA, Moja Love, Star Life and more.
• 85+ channels.
• From R99 PM.
• New to this pack: Wethu+ (best of Mzansi + CANAL+, and PSL), SuperSport KICKOFF (including selected matches from the PSL, Premier League, LaLiga, Serie A & Ligue 1), Moja Love, kykNET & Kie, Via, Star Life, Discovery Family, Curiosity, Sporty TV, WWE and more.
• Ten more channels than the Access package.
• Also includes SuperSport La Liga, WWE, Cartoon Network, Playroom, Disney Junior, NatGeo Wild, M-Net Legends, TLC, Zee Zonke, Star Khanya and Novelas+.

DStv Select package

• Mzansi Magic, SuperSport PSL, Serie A and our kids’ channels. Enjoy the stories you love, family favourites on all the kids’ channels, and more.
• 100+ channels.
• From R299 PM.
• Includes Wethu+, Mzansi Magic, SuperSport PSL, SuperSport Serie A, CNN, ID, the History Channel, alongside entertainment from Moja Love, M-Net Legends, Universal TV, Comedy Central, National Geographic, MTV, BBC Lifestyle & HGTV.
• Ten more channels than the Family package. 

DStv Sports package

• Thrilling local and international sport comes together with Premier League, PSL, Champions League, SuperSport Cricket, Currie Cup rugby, Vodacom United Rugby Championship and WWE.  
• 115+ channels (17 dedicated sport channels) 
• From R399 PM.  
• Everything in Select + every match of the Premier League, Champions League and PSL, plus cricket, local/club rugby, a weekly URC match, and combat sports.
• Also includes entertainment from the likes of M-Net Stars, Universal Studio, BBC Brit, Mzansi Magic, Moja Love, Universal TV, TLC, Zee Zonke, Star Khanya, WWE, National Geographic and all kids’ channels. 
• Four more channels than the Compact package.  

 

DStv Movies & Series package

• For those who’ve always wanted premium entertainment with less sports. The home of M-Net, BBC Earth, the Discovery Channel and all M-Net Movies channels.
• 115+ channels.
• R500 PM. 
• Everything in Select, plus all our entertainment channels – best international, local and Afrikaans series, shows, documentaries and movies, including M-Net, M-Net Movies+, kykNET, Discovery Channel and BBC Earth as well as Mzansi Magic and Wethu+.
• It also includes 10 sport channels SuperSport PSL, La Liga, Serie A, Sporty TV, Blitz, ESPN and more.
• Still the only home of the Springboks, Rugby, F1, football, cricket and golf + all the entertainment DStv has to offer. Premium includes
• 130+ channels.
• From R799 PM.
• Everything on all packages plus exclusive Premium Sports like Springbok Rugby, all SuperSport rugby, tennis, golf, and motorsport channels, including Formula 1, SuperBikes and the Dakar Rally. Major rugby tournaments include the URC, Investec Champions Cup, Nations Championship and more. SuperSport Tennis, Golf and Motorsport deliver premium sporting events such as the tennis and golf majors, Formula 1, and MotoGP. Subscribers can of course also enjoy all other sport on DStv, including such as football, cycling, combat sports, and athletics.

How much do the new DStv packages cost?

EasyView, Compact Plus and Premium customers are unaffected by this change and pay the same as they did before.  

Looking for a deal? Satellite Premium customers who take a 24-month contract only pay R799 per month, bringing it down to the same price as DStv Stream, and giving you the lowest price we’ve seen for years.  

*DStv Premium is available for R799 per month when signing up for a 24-month contract. This price includes Access Fee. 

What happens to my Add Ons?

Existing add-ons remain available as applicable, including Add Indian, Add Movies, Netflix, Mobile Stream, XtraView and insurance products. 

Disney+ is no longer available on the Streama and Explora boxes. 

New channels on DStv

We’ve taken the opportunity to refine our channel lineup, reducing repeats and concentrating on fewer, stronger channels.  

Wethu+ is our new mega channel. Available on all packages from Starter, it offers two live SL matches weekly, international movies and local content you’re used to seeing on higher tiers.  

Some channels are being consolidated to make a stronger offering.  

• We’re saying goodbye to Mzansi Wethu, Bioskop Movies and Mzansi Music. Your favourite content from those channels will now be on Wethu+, alongside new and exciting content.  

• kykNET & kie replaces kykNET Lekker, which combines fresh and windowed content. Even better news: kykNET & kie is now available to all packages, right down to Starter, meaning even more people can watch the best Afrikaans content.  

• M-Net Movies 1 and 2 become M-Net Movies + (Channel 106), available on Premium and Movies & Series.  

• M-Net Movies 3 is now M-Net Stars (Channel 107), delivering fresh Hollywood titles for the first time. It’s available on Premium, Movies & Series and Sports. 
• M-Net Movies 4 is now M-Net Legends (Channel 108). Available on all packages down to Starter, it delivers blockbuster classics you'll watch again and again.  

What extra sport can I watch?

• SuperSport Cricket moves from being exclusive to Premium to being accessible to Sports package customers. 

• Local and select club rugby, including one URC fixture a week, is now available on Sports. 

• SuperSport PSL channel is now available to Select. 

• Starter will get two PSL Matches of the Week, and two Premier League Matches of the Week, streaming on Wethu+. 
• Springbok rugby, international rugby, Formula 1, golf, tennis and motorsport stay exclusive to Premium for now.  

SuperSport channel changes 

• SuperSport Football Plus (Channel 206) is your dedicated destination for premium football. It’s the home of the UEFA Champions League matches. Previously SuperSport Variety 1. 

• SuperSport KICKOFF (Channel 207) delivers select live PSL and Premier League matches, as well as selected LaLiga, Serie A and Ligue 1 fixtures. Previously SuperSport Variety 2. 

• SuperSport Africa (Channel 208) is a home of local South African sport, including the Diski Challenge, CAF Champions League and Confed Cup, local netball and basketball. Previously SuperSport Variety 3.  

• SuperSport Action (Channel 209) is a dedicated home for UFC, PFL and other combat sports. Previously SuperSport Variety 4. 

• SuperSport Extra (Channel 210) gives you cycling and niche sports such as hockey, swimming, padel and more. Previously SuperSport Action. 
• SuperSport Extra 2 (Channel 217) is a brand-new channel offering more premium sport when major events overlap. 

What do I need to do now?

DStv customers don't need to do anything. Your migration to the new packages will happen automatically. If you'd like to change your package, view the package change instructions. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are DStv packages changing?

To make DStv’s offering simpler for customers and to give customers more choice when they choose a DStv package.

When do the changes take effect?

The migration starts on 17 September 2026, and the new packages will be available to new subscribers from that date as well.

Will my price increase?

No, once you're automatically migrated you won’t pay more for your new package.

Will my package change automatically?

Yes, you don’t need to do anything unless you’d prefer to choose a different package from the one you’re automatically migrated to.

Which package are Compact Plus customers migrating to?

Compact Plus customers stay on their current package, unless they choose to change package. Compact Plus will no longer be available for new subscriptions.

How do I know which package I’m on?

You can check your current package via the MyDStv app, WhatsApp self-service channel or website, or by contacting DStv Customer Care.

Do I need a new decoder?

No, you don’t need a new decoder.

Do I need to update my DStv Stream app?

No, you don’t need to do that. Any updates will be deployed as normal.

Where can I compare packages?

Find all the information you need right here on DStv.com and use the Package Compare Tool.

Are these changes coming to countries outside South Africa?

Any changes in countries outside South Africa will be communicated as soon as they are confirmed.

Am I getting fewer channels?

No. Starter, Select and Sports get more channels than before. Premium and Compact Plus remain unchanged, and Movies & Series is a new package.

Are any channels closing or changing?

Yes, some channels are closing. But that doesn’t mean you’re losing any entertainment. We’re refining the DStv channel line-up to reduce repeats and concentrate on fewer, stronger channels.