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How to vote – BBMzansi

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20 January 2025
The 411 on Big Brother Mzansi voting.
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Big Brother Mzansi season 5 is here, bringing together a dynamic mix of housemates from all sorts of backgrounds, ensuring plenty of surprises and drama. As you watch, you’ll definitely find yourself rooting for the housemates who capture your attention.

But here’s the key: they can only stay in the game with your support. So, make sure to vote and help keep your favourite housemate in the house.

Here’s how you can cast your vote and keep the excitement going.

How to vote on Big Brother Mzansi S5

Voting takes place on:

  • Mobile site
  • Website
  • MyDStv app (DStv subscribers) only.
  • Voting on MyDStv is open to active subscribers in South Africa with eligible packages only.
  • To vote on the website, mobile site, and the app, the audience will register with their name, surname, year of birth, gender, location, and cell phone number before or during the voting round

Here are the simple steps to register and vote on the Big Brother Mzansi website: 🗳️

Registering on the Big Brother Mzansi website:

  • You can register to vote on the Mzansi Magic website – mzansimagic.tv/bigbrother
  • Click on the Vote menu item.
  • Click on Register and enter your name, surname, year of birth, gender, location, and cellphone in the international format eg +27731234567 and your preferred password.
  • You will receive an OTP (One Time Pin) via SMS.
  • Enter your OTP
  • Once registered, you will be able to vote.
  • Select your favourite housemate.
  • Website votes are free.
  • Data costs apply.

Once you’re registered to vote, follow the steps below to cast your vote for your favourite housemate when the voting lines open.🗳️

Voting on the Big Brother Mzansi website if you’re a registered voter:

  • You may vote for your favourite housemate via the Mzansi Magic website – mzansimagic.tv/bigbrother
  • Click on the Vote menu item.
  • Click on Login and enter your cell phone number in the international format e.g. +27731234567.
  • Enter your chosen password.
  • Select your favourite housemate.
  • Enter your number of votes and cast your vote by clicking VOTE.
  • Votes on the website are limited to 100 votes per user.
  • Website votes are free.
  • Data costs apply.

Registering on the Big Brother Mzansi mobile site:

  • You can register to vote on the Mzansi Magic mobile site – mzansimagic.tv/bigbrother
  • Click on the Vote menu item.
  • Click on Register and enter your name, surname, year of birth, gender, location, cell phone number in the international format eg +27731234567and your preferred password
  • You will receive an OTP (One Time Pin) via SMS.
  • Enter your OTP
  • Once registered, you will be able to vote during the voting period.
  • Mobile site votes are free.
  • Data costs apply.

Voting on the Big Brother Mzansi mobile site if you’re a registered voter:

  • You may vote for your favourite housemate via the Mzansi Magic mobile site – mzansimagic.tv/bigbrother 
  • Click on the Vote menu item.
  • Click on Login and enter your cell phone number in the international format e.g., +27731234567.
  • Enter your chosen password
  • Select your favourite housemate.
  • Enter your number of votes and cast your vote by clicking VOTE.
  • Votes on the mobile site are limited to 100 votes per user.
  • Mobile site votes are free.
  • Data costs apply.

How to vote via the MyDStv App (active subscribers in selected countries with eligible packages only.):**

  • Get additional votes with the MyDStv App.
  • Additional votes are awarded based on your subscription package or tier.
  • Download the MyDStv App from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
  • Log into the app using your e-mail address and password.
  • Once you’ve logged into your MyDStv app account page, look for the Manage menu item.
  • Click on Explore and follow the instructions to cast your vote.
  • You must be an active MyDStv subscriber on one of the eligible packages to receive your additional votes.

Registering on the MyDStv (active subscribers in selected countries with eligible packages only.):**

  • You can register to vote by clicking on the Manage menu item inside the MyDStv App.
  • Then click on Explore and follow the instructions to register to vote.
  • Click on Register and enter your name, surname, year of birth, gender, location, and cell phone number in the international format eg +27731234567, confirm your smartcard number, and your preferred password.
  • You will receive an OTP (One Time Pin) via SMS.
  • Enter your OTP.
  • Once registered, you will be able to vote as soon as voting opens.
  • MyDStv App votes are free.
  • Data costs apply.

Voting on the MyDStv App if you’re a registered voter (active subscribers in South Africa with eligible  packages only.):**

  • You may vote for your favourite housemate by clicking on the Manage menu item inside the MyDStv App.
  • Then click on Explore and follow the instructions.
  • Confirm your smartcard number and enter your cell phone number in the international format e. +27731234567.
  • Enter your chosen password.
  • Select your favourite housemate.
  • Enter your number of votes and cast your vote by clicking VOTE.
  • MyDStv app votes are allocated based on your subscription package/tier (active DStv subscribers with eligible packages only)**
  • MyDStv App votes are free.
  • Data costs apply.

VOTING LIMITS & COST
Each user may cast 100 votes per voting platform per vote round ie:

  • Web – 100 votes 
  • Mobi – 100 votes 
  • Network data costs will apply for the use of the internet on web and mobile
  • Terms and conditions apply
  • MyDStv App – Votes are allocated based on your subscription package/tier (active DStv subscribers in South Africa with eligible packages only)**

**Vote limits based on DStv packages.

Packages     MyDStv App (Active subscribers only)

Premium                 2500

Compact Plus        1500

Compact                 750

Family                    500

Access                   200

Big Brother Mzansi season 5 is broadcast live 24/7 on DStv channel 198, which you can stream here. Sunday eviction shows are at 18:00 on Mzansi Magic. To join the conversation on social media platforms, use the hashtag #BBMzansi and connect with us on Facebook, X,  Instagram and TikTok.

Big Brother Mzansi season 5 is proudly sponsored by headline partner LottoStar and tactical partner Robertsons Spices.