How to save on the rising DStv costs

MultiChoice South Africa, the company behind popular pay-tv service DStv, has announced price increases for 2024. These adjustments are higher than previous years, but customers have the option to freeze their current rates and sidestep future hikes for the next two years.

HOW TO SECURE THE “PRICE LOCK” GUARANTEE

“Given that we understand consumer spending is under more pressure than it has been for quite some time, this is a big part of our communication this year,” explains MultiChoice CEO Marc Jury.

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DStv subscribers who sign a 24-month contract can benefit from their “price lock” guarantee. This offer waives additional fees (like the decoder access fee) while ensuring your monthly premium stays as is.

DSTV PRICES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Here’s a breakdown of the DStv price changes effective 1 April 2024, excluding those on the price lock offer:

• DStv Premium: Increases to R929 by R50 (5.7% increase)
• DStv Compact Plus: Increases to R619 by R40 (4.5% increase)
• DStv Compact: Increases to R469 by R20 (4.5% increase)
• DStv Family: Increases to R329 by R10 (3.1% increase)
• DStv Access: Increases to R139 by R10 (7.8% increase)
• DStv EasyView: No change to the price

WHY DSTV COSTS ARE RISING

While facing higher subscription prices, DStv emphasizes the value its packages offer: “…especially as we have renewed the English Premier League, the Champions League and LaLiga, and have extended [our agreement] with SA Rugby. Premium customers will continue to have all the best sport. ”

DSTV STREAMING PLANS: PRICES REMAIN STEADY

It’s worth noting that prices for DStv Stream, the company’s internet-based streaming packages, won’t see any adjustments. DStv views its streaming offering as essential to its future growth.

With price increases on the horizon, DStv customers must decide; embrace the certainty of a 24-month contract for fixed pricing or retain the flexibility of month-to-month plans, knowing those rates could change.