DStv has introduced its revamped subscription packages in Zimbabwe, bringing changes to football coverage, movie channels and the way existing customers access its services.
The new packages, which took effect on 5 November 2026, form part of a wider restructuring by MultiChoice Group, now part of French broadcaster Canal+.
The changes include a dedicated sports package, additional channels for lower-priced subscriptions and a revised movie offering aimed at giving customers more choice.
MultiChoice Zimbabwe chief executive Edwina Korir said the changes were designed to reflect how subscribers use the service.
“We’ve reimagined our packages to better reflect how customers watch today, with tailored options specifically for general entertainment and sports fans,” she said.
As we previously reported, the restructuring replaces the familiar package structure with five main options, priced between US$9 and US$60 a month.
However, further details released by the company provide a clearer picture of which channels subscribers can now watch and how existing subscriptions are being affected.
More Premier League football on cheaper DStv packages
One of the biggest changes is the availability of selected English Premier League and UEFA Champions League matches on lower-priced packages.
DStv Starter, which costs US$9 a month, includes SuperSport KICKOFF, a channel showing selected football matches from major European competitions.
These include the Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, LaLiga and other European leagues.
The package also introduces Wethu+, which brings African and international entertainment previously associated with higher-priced subscriptions.
According to DStv, Starter subscribers can also watch selected Premier Soccer League and Premier League matches through Wethu+.
Previously, access to much of this content required a more expensive subscription.
The US$20 Select package expands the offering with SuperSport PSL, Serie A coverage and additional entertainment channels.
For viewers seeking more comprehensive football coverage, the new US$30 DStv Sports package carries all Premier League and Champions League matches.
It has 17 dedicated sports channels and includes cricket coverage previously restricted to DStv Premium, selected international club rugby, WWE and UFC.
However, not all major sporting events are available on Sports.
Formula 1, MotoGP, Grand Slam tennis and major golf tournaments remain part of the US$60 Ultimate package.
DStv introduces new movie channels
The restructuring also brings changes for subscribers who prefer movies and television series.
DStv Movies & Series, priced at US$32 a month, brings together premium entertainment channels including M-Net, Discovery Channel and BBC Earth.
The package also includes a selection of sports programming, although its main focus is films, documentaries and television series.
MultiChoice has also refreshed its movie channels, introducing M-Net Movies+, M-Net Movies Stars and M-Net Movies Legends.
The company says the changes will provide faster access to new releases, more films and fewer repeated broadcasts.
M-Net Movies+ combines the former M-Net Movies 1 and 2 channels, while Movies Stars and Movies Legends offer different selections of films.
Some of these channels have also become available on lower-priced packages.
DStv says the changes are intended to make premium entertainment available to a wider audience without requiring subscribers to pay for the most expensive package.
What happens to existing DStv subscribers?
The company has clarified how customers are being moved to the new packages.
According to its Zimbabwe-specific guidance, existing Compact subscribers are being migrated to Sports, while Family subscribers move to Select.
Premium has been renamed Ultimate, and Lite subscribers move to Starter.
Existing Access and Compact Plus customers remain on their current packages, although those subscriptions are no longer available to new customers.
The changes are being implemented in phases, meaning some subscribers may still see their old package names when checking their accounts.
DStv says affected customers do not need to request the migration themselves and should receive the new channels even before their account displays the updated package name.
Subscribers who would prefer a different package can choose an alternative.
The company has also confirmed that customers do not need to purchase a new decoder or update the DStv Stream app because of the restructuring.
How much do the new DStv packages cost in Zimbabwe?
The five main packages are priced as follows:
| DStv package | Monthly price |
|---|---|
| Starter | US$9 |
| Select | US$20 |
| Sports | US$30 |
| Movies & Series | US$32 |
| Ultimate | US$60 |
While the revised structure gives subscribers more options, the distinction between sports and entertainment could present a challenge for households with different viewing preferences.
A family wanting comprehensive football coverage alongside M-Net’s premium movie and series offering may still need Ultimate, rather than choosing either Sports or Movies & Series.
DStv decoder discounts to run until February 2027
Alongside the package changes, MultiChoice has introduced a hardware promotion under its DStv Expect+ campaign.
The promotion, which runs until 28 February 2027, offers discounted prices on selected decoders and hardware bundles.
It is intended to reduce the initial cost of accessing DStv for new subscribers and households looking to connect to the service.
MultiChoice has not specified the individual decoder discounts in its package announcement.
Korir said the promotion was part of the company’s efforts to improve access to television entertainment.
Canal+ plans further investment in African content
The changes follow Canal+’s acquisition of MultiChoice and form part of efforts to reshape the pay-TV company’s offering across African markets.
MultiChoice says its relationship with Canal+ will allow it to draw on a wider range of international content while continuing to invest in African productions.
Korir said the company remained committed to local storytelling and expanding the availability of African programmes.
The restructuring marks a significant change in how DStv sells its content, moving towards packages built around viewers’ interests rather than the previous subscription tiers.
For Zimbabwean subscribers, the main difference is greater access to selected premium channels at lower prices, alongside a clearer separation between full sports coverage and premium entertainment.
Customers can check their current subscriptions, channel availability and package options through the MyDStv app or the official DStv Zimbabwe website.
