After increasing DStv prices just a few months ago in September 2022, Multichoice is increasing the prices across all subscription packages again starting from April 2023. DStv is one of the leading pay-TV providers in Africa with a huge subscriber base, and the price hike is expected to affect millions of its subscribers.
According to DStv, the price increase is driven by consumer inflation and the current economic pressures. However, the company claims that the new prices are still competitive and affordable compared to other pay-TV providers in the region. In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide on the new DStv Africa prices from April 2023 and how they will affect your subscription.
Premium Package Prices
The Premium package is the most expensive and comprehensive subscription package offered by DStv, providing access to over 175 TV channels and a wide range of sports, movies, and entertainment content. The new Premium package price in Kenya will be Kes 9,500 per month from Kes 8,900, while in South Africa, Premium subscribers will pay 4.77% or just R40 more per month.
Compact Plus Package Prices
The Compact Plus package is the second most expensive package offered by DStv, providing access to over 135 TV channels, including sports, movies, and entertainment content. The new Compact Plus package price in Kenya will be Kes 5,900 per month from Kes 5,500, while in South Africa, Compact Plus subscribers will pay 5.46% or R30 more per month.
Compact Package Prices
The Compact package is a mid-range subscription package offered by DStv, providing access to over 100 TV channels, including sports, movies, and entertainment content. The new Compact package price in Kenya will be Kes 3,300 per month from Kes 3,000, while in South Africa, Compact subscribers will pay 4.66% or R20 more per month.
Family Package Prices
The Family package is a budget subscription package offered by DStv, providing access to over 80 TV channels, including family, kids, and entertainment content. The new Family package price in Kenya will be Kes 1,750 per month from Kes 1,600, while in South Africa, Family subscribers will pay 3.24% or R10 more per month.
Access Package Dstv Prices
The Access package is the most affordable subscription package offered by DStv, providing access to over 60 TV channels, including news, music, and entertainment content. The new Access package price in Kenya will be Kes 1,250 per month from Kes 1,150, while in South Africa, Access subscribers will pay 7.5% or R9 more per month.
It is worth noting that pricing for EasyView and BoxOffice will remain unchanged for 2023, and all streaming-only services will not be increasing their subscription fees. Additionally, ADD Movies has decreased by 20%, giving customers a saving of R20.
Why the Price Increase?
According to a DStv spokesperson, the Dstv prices increase is driven by consumer inflation and the current economic pressures. The company claims that it has done everything possible to keep the prices affordable and competitive while ensuring that customers can continue to enjoy their favorite shows.
“The pressure that consumers are facing due to remnants of the pandemic, as well as the continued rolling blackouts nationwide has not been lost on us. These adjustments will help us to ensure that Kenyans and South Africans continue to enjoy their favorite shows at the most affordable price,” says the DStv spokesperson.
Table 1: New DStv Prices from April 2023 in Kenya
Package | Old Price (KES) | New Price (KES) | Increase (KES) | Increase (%) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Premium | 8,900 | 9,500 | 600 | 6.74% |
Compact Plus | 5,500 | 5,900 | 400 | 7.27% |
Compact | 3,000 | 3,300 | 300 | 10% |
Family | 1,600 | 1,750 | 150 | 9.38% |
Access | 1,150 | 1,250 | 100 | 8.7% |
New DStv Prices from April 2023 in South Africa
Package | Old Price (ZAR) | New Price (ZAR) | Increase (ZAR) | Increase (%) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Premium | 839 | 879 | 40 | 4.77% |
Compact Plus | 549 | 579 | 30 | 5.46% |
Compact | 429 | 449 | 20 | 4.66% |
Family | 309 | 319 | 10 | 3.24% |
DStv Access | 120 | 129 | 9 | 7.5% |
EasyView | 29 | 29 | 0 | 0% |
BoxOffice | 35 | 35 | 0 | 0% |
ADD Movies | 99 | 79 | -20 | -20.2% |
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