Starter: A complete guide to DStv's best value package
A taste of the best DStv has to offer. Great entertainment and live sport at an incredible price.
Get the best value DStv has to offer. DStv Starter is your new package if you were on DStv Access, but it's new and improved. DStv Starter includes local and international drama, movies and live football with the all-new Wethu+, SuperSport KICKOFF, kykNET & Kie, VIA, Moja Love, Star Life and more.
What's included in Starter?
- Local and international drama, movies and live football on the new channel Wethu+.
- SuperSport KICKOFF, featuring one Premier League and two PSL games per week, as well as football from other leagues like LaLiga, Serie A and Ligue 1.
- Great entertainment channels, including VIA, Moja Love, Star Life and more.
- kykNET & kie is the home of Suidooster and Skemergrond, with two fresh daily dramas and daily news.
- M-Net Legends delivers favourite Hollywood blockbusters you'll want to watch again and again.
- Ten more channels than Access at the same price.
What's new in Starter?
- New super channels Wethu+ and SuperSport KICKOFF.
- More sport on SuperSport La Liga, SportyTV and WWE.
- Entertainment channels including Moja Love, kykNET & Kie, VIA, Star Life, Discovery Family and Curiosity, Nat Geo Wild, TLC, Star Khanya and Novelas+.
- Movies on M-Net Legends: Timeless favourites all in one destination.
- Kids' channels, including Cartoon Network, Playroom and Disney Junior.
Who is Starter best for?
If your family has fans of football as well as local drama, telenovelas and reality TV, you'll love DStv Starter. With prices starting from just R99 per month, it's the best bang for your buck.
How much does Starter cost?
| Details | DStv Starter (Decoder) | DStv Stream Starter |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 85+ channels | 85+ channels |
| Price | From R150 p/m | From R99 p/m |
| Streams Included | 1 decoder view 1 anywhere stream (smart TV, laptop, tablet or mobile) |
1 anywhere stream (smart TV, laptop, tablet or mobile) 1 mobile stream |
Where can I sign up to Starter?
To get Starter, go to the DStv Store, or sign up via one of our self-service channels.
Starter Channel List: Some favourite channels
Here are some of the most popular channels you can watch on Starter. Find the full list of 85+ channels here.
- Wethu+
- kykNET & Kie
- SuperSport KICKOFF
- SportyTV
- M-Net Legends
- Novelas+
- Disney Junior
- Cartoon Network
- SABC 1, 2 & 3
- Newzroom Afrika
- SABC News
- Curiosity Channel
- Moja Love
- Star Life
- Discovery Family
- Church TV
What to watch on Starter on DStv
This is just a taste of what you can watch on Starter: sport, drama
Sports Highlights on Starter
Betway Premiership: Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs
South Africa's fiercest football rivalry returns on 31 October 2026 as Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates collide in the iconic Soweto Derby. In April, the Derby ended in a draw, so pride, passion and bragging rights will be on the line as thousands roar from the stands and millions watch.
Coming to SuperSport KICKOFF on 31 October
Also watch: MTN8 Final - Sundowns vs Pirates; Premier League - Liverpool vs Man City; La Liga - Real Madrid vs Villareal; Ligue 1: PSG vs Lyon and more
Movie highlights
High Rollers
High Rollers, sequel to Cash Out, follows master thief John Travolta's Mason Goddard as he is forced into a high-stakes casino heist after his lover is kidnapped by a ruthless enemy. Also starring Gina Gershon, Lukas Haas and Quavo, the action thriller blends crime, suspense and explosive twists.
Coming to M-Net Legends
Series Highlights
Homecoming S2
This beloved telenovela continues on Wethu+. Season 2 picks up after Sifiso's shocking death, forcing the residents of Bergville to confront grief, secrets and the consequences of past choices. As families struggle to rebuild, relationships are tested, loyalties shift and the community must decide how to move forward while navigating love, loss and reconciliation.
Watch Homecoming S2 weekdays on Wethu+
Suidooster S12
Continue following the compelling lives of the residents of Ruiterbosch, where love, family, friendship and ambition collide. As secrets are revealed and new challenges emerge, favourite characters face life-changing decisions, unexpected relationships and dramatic twists that test loyalties and reshape their futures.
Watch Suidooster weekdays on kykNET & Kie
Reality and Lifestyle shows to watch on Starter
Imboni Yama Tekisi S3
Set against the backdrop of South Africa's high-stakes taxi industry, the reality show offers rare access to the influential figures behind some of the country's largest transport empires. Following four taxi bosses across KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and Mpumalanga, the series explores the realities of running a multi-billion-rand business, balancing family responsibilities and navigating the risks that come with life at the top of a fiercely competitive industry.
Watch Imboni Yama Tekisi S3 from Tuesday, 22 September on Wethu+
Dorpie-doenlys
Bobby van Jaarsveld takes the lead in Dorpie-doenlys, inviting viewers along on an unforgettable journey through South Africa's prettiest towns and hidden gems.
From whales, penguins and fynbos in Gansbaai to hippos in St Lucia, the mountains of Clarens, the wildlife of Hoedspruit and Phalaborwa, Stanford's local flavours and the adventures of Cullinan, Pretoria and the Limpopo Bushveld, Bobby's signature charm, humour and spontaneous personality make every destination extra special.
Experience local stories, true hospitality and great adventures with one of South Africa's biggest stars.
Watch Dorpie-doenlys from Thursday, 10 September on VIA
Download and watch later
Get the DStv app (Apple or Android) and download episodes to watch on your phone or tablet – just remember to connect to the Wi-Fi first so there are no surprise data costs.
