What are DSTV Packages?
Digital Satellite Television, commonly abbreviated to DStv, is a Sub-Saharan African direct broadcast satellite service owned by MultiChoice and based in Randburg, South Africa.
DSTV Packages In South Africa
Below are some of the DSTV Packages.
DSTV Access package
Over 55 TV channels which are mostly local and international TV channels are offered in the DSTV Access bouquet. Local channels in South Africa and International channels like Africa Magic, Aljazeera, SuperSport BLITZ, E Entertainment, etc are also offered on the DSTV Access bouquet.
DSTV Family package
As the name implies, the DStv Family bouquet was created with the family in mind. Often known to be the most popular DSTV package in South African homes, It gives you access to all DSTV Access channels with other additional channels such as Euro News, CNN, Mnet Series, Cartoon Network for kids, Channel O, Africa Magic, ESPN Classic with over 55 digital TV channels in this package. Note that HD channels are not included in the DSTV Family package.
DSTV Compact Plus package
DSTV Compact Plus bouquet gives you all DSTV Compact channels with two sports channels as an addition. These sports channels include SuperSport 7 and SuperSport 10. This package offers Sports lovers wider access to different kinds of premium sports against the expensive DSTV Premium bouquet.
DSTV Premium package
DSTV Premium package is the full package that gives you access to all available DSTV SD/HD video, and all audio channels. This particular package is the best as channels exclusive to the DStv Premium package are Mnet Movies 1 & 2, History Channel, SuperSport 3, Discovery Channel, Boomerang, all HD channels, and much more.
How many devices can stream DStv?
With your DStv subscription, you now can stream one device at a time. You can still register four devices on your account, but you will only be permitted to stream on one.
How do I reduce my DStv payment?
You can downgrade once a month on the day your subscription payment is due. You can log onto Self-Service and request for us to schedule this downgrade for you.
How do I check my DStv balance?
There are several ways you can check your balance:
- View your balance by logging into the MyDStv section of the DStv website, on the MyDStv app, or by typing in ‘Check Balance’ on WhatsApp.
- Dial *120*68584# and follow the prompts.
- Call us on 083 900 3788 or 011 289 2222 without having to speak to an agent.