DStv from R99 | Sports, movies and premium tiers explained
DStv is overhauling its South African streaming packages from 17 September 2026, introducing five new tiers ranging from R99 to R799 a month. The revamped offering includes a dedicated Sports package, while Movies & Series customers will gain access to M-Net for the first time below Premium.
MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv, is set to introduce a new five-tier package structure in South Africa starting September 17, 2026. This significant change comes as the company aims to adapt to evolving viewing habits and customer needs. CEO Willington Ngwepe unveiled the overhaul at a media briefing, describing it as the biggest rethink of its package structure in 15 years.
Subscribers will now have the option to choose from five distinct packages. The entry-level Sports package will cost R399 per month and offer access to over 115 channels, with 17 dedicated to sports. However, premium sporting content such as Formula 1, golf, and ATP tennis will remain exclusive to the Premium package. As a result, the Sports package will not provide full access to all DStv's premium sporting content.
The Movies & Series package will be priced at R500 per month, marking the first time M-Net content will be available below the Premium tier. This move is expected to appeal to subscribers who want to access M-Net without committing to the top-tier package. Additionally, MultiChoice will introduce a series of new destination channel brands as part of the revamp, aiming to provide more value to customers through diverse content offerings.
The changes are a response to increasing competition in the streaming market and pressures on household budgets. Ngwepe emphasized that the new structure is intended to cater to specific customer needs rather than offering an overlapping range of packages. While packaging changes are a part of the strategy, investment in content and new destination channels will also play a crucial role in MultiChoice's offerings.
The overhaul represents a significant shift in how DStv packages its streaming service, giving customers greater choice to select tiers that align with their preferred content.
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