DStv

DStv is a paid television and streaming service for African households that provides live TV channels, sport, movies, series, kids content and news via satellite decoders and online streaming (DStv Stream). You choose a subscription package, have it activated on a decoder or as a streaming-only plan, then watch live channels and Catch Up content on your TV, web browser or DStv apps, with account and payments managed through MyDStv and self-service tools.

DStv pricing is package based and varies by country and package (for example Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family and Access in South Africa), with each tier offering a different channel line-up and monthly fee. To see current prices you need to check the DStv site or self-service portal for your specific country and chosen package.

DStv operates across multiple African markets in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a presence in dozens of countries including at least South Africa and other territories accessible through the DStv Africa regional sites. Availability, packages and pricing are managed per country, which you can select on the DStv or DStv Africa websites.

You can sign up for DStv by selecting your country on dstv.com, choosing a package, then following the prompts to create an account and arrange activation, which may involve getting a decoder and installation or choosing a streaming-only option. In many markets you can also sign up or upgrade through the MyDStv app or local DStv agents and installers.

Yes, Dstv is available on iOS and Android.