MultiChoice Group, now part of CANAL+, has announced the launch of five new DStv packages, designed to provide customers with clearer choices and better value. The new packages will be available from 5 November 2026. [1]

The new packages include DStv Starter, DStv Select, DStv Sports, DStv Movies & Series, and DStv Ultimate. DStv Sports is a dedicated package for sports fans, featuring 17 sports channels and every Premier League and UEFA Champions League match. [1]

The introduction of these new packages is a response to changing viewing habits, aiming to make premium entertainment, top-class sport, and African storytelling more accessible. However, the exact impact on pricing and availability in specific regions, such as South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Zambia, and Nigeria, is not specified. [1]

Published 27 October 2026 · By Sports Culture Desk. Read our editorial standards.