* DStv Access becomes DStv Starter, adding 10 more channels than its predecessor
* Including the brand-new SuperSport KICKOFF channel, which brings selected football from the world’s biggest competitions, including the Premier League and UEFA Champions League
* DStv Family becomes DStv Select, offering a wide variety of entertainment for the whole family
* Subscribers will enjoy all movie channels, local and international series, a selection of top football and other sport, as well as the complete kids’ channel offering
By Duncan Mlanjira
MultiChoice Malawi has clocked 30 years of providing digital satellite television and in celebrating the momentous milestone, the entertainment service provider has lined up new and affordable packages, that was rolled out on Thursday, November 5.
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At the celebration gala on Wednesday, November 4, graced by high profile figures and customers, MultiChoice Malawi Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mvuzo Dzingwa, unpacked most significant product update in years from MultiChoice Group, the Canal+ Company.
Dzingwa highlighted that the new package line-up “is designed around how customers watch today, with clearer choices, more accessible content and greater value across the portfolio”.
“Our focus is on giving subscribers better value and access to the entertainment they love,” said Dzingwa.
“DStv’s strength is the combination of African entertainment, leading international content and unrivalled live sport in one place.
“We’ve reimagined our packages to better reflect how customers watch today, with tailored options specifically for general entertainment and sports fans.”
MultiChoice Malawi Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mvuzo Dzingwa
More entertainment for more subscribers
Dzingwa highlighted that for the first time, some of DStv’s biggest channels will be available at significantly more accessible price points.
Thus DStv Access becomes DStv Starter, adding 10 more channels than its predecessor, including the brand-new SuperSport KICKOFF channel, which brings selected football from the world’s biggest competitions, including the Premier League and UEFA Champions League.
DStv Family becomes DStv Select, offering a wide variety of entertainment for the whole family.
Subscribers are set to enjoy all movie channels, local and international series, a selection of top football and other sport, as well as the complete kids’ channel offering.
DStv’s movie line-up has also been refreshed with M-Net Movies+, M-Net Stars and M-Net Legends, bringing more blockbuster movies, faster access to new releases and fewer repeats.
More sport across the line-up
DStv Compact becomes DStv Sports, which is DStv’s first package built specifically for sports fans, with 17 channels covering every Premier League and UEFA Champions League match, cricket previously only available on DStv Premium, selected international club rugby, WWE and UFC.
Alongside this extensive sporting offering, DStv Sports includes all the general entertainment channels available on DStv Select, proving that Expect More is not simply a new brand tagline, but a tangible promise delivered through DStv’s refreshed content offering.
DStv Premium becomes DStv Ultimate and Dzingwa highlighted that it remains DStv’s most comprehensive package, combining everything available on DStv Sports with additional premium sport, including Formula 1, MotoGP, Grand Slam tennis and golf majors, as well as the best international series on M-Net.
The four core packages are designed to make great content more accessible — with Starter (57+ channels) at MK15,000 per month; Select (115+ channels) at MK25,000; Sports (131+ channels) at MK60,000 and Ultimate (145+ channels) at MK106,000.
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More African stories, backed by CANAL+
As part of the MultiChoice Group’s integration with CANAL+ EVP Content manager, Nomsa Philiso, stated in a statement that “the business is able to draw on CANAL+’s global scale, content relationships and more than 30 years of experience across Africa to further enhance its offering to customers”.
“At the same time, MultiChoice remains firmly committed to investing in local content and telling authentic African stories.
“The business continues to expand its portfolio of original productions across markets, ensuring audiences can enjoy a rich mix of locally relevant entertainment alongside the very best international content.
“Over the next few months, viewers can look forward to Spinners S2, Housemates, Mpali S9,” she said, adding that MultiChoice “has built an extraordinary connection with African audiences and a deep understanding of the stories they love to watch”.
“Not only does CANAL+ share that passion and commitment, but it is also investing in African storytelling through increased production and global distribution opportunities.”
GOtv customers can expect more too
Dzingwa also highlighted that GOtv customers will also benefit from MultiChoice’s refreshed package line-up, with new GOtv packages launching alongside the new DStv offering from November 5.
Built around the same principles of greater value, simpler choice and access to more of the entertainment customers love, the new GOtv packages will provide an enhanced viewing experience tailored to local audiences.
Thus to make premium entertainment and sport more accessible to households across Africa, DStv launch med a special hardware promotion running from November 2, 2026 to February 28, 2027.
During this period, customers will be able to purchase the full DStv set at MK40,000 from MK55,000 making it easier and more affordable to get connected and enjoy an unmatched range of local and international content.
The promotion reinforces MultiChoice’s commitment to delivering greater value, wider access to quality entertainment and more opportunities for customers to experience the very best of DStv.
Present was representative of the Ministry of Information and Digitalisation, acting MBC Director General, who emphasised that “three decades of continuous service delivery is no small achievement”.
“It represents resilience, innovation, investment, and a commitment to serving Malawian households through changing times and evolving technologies.”
He thus congratulated MultiChoice Malawi on the milestone, while describing the country’s media and communications sector as remaining “a critical driver of national development”.
“Beyond entertainment, it informs, educates, connects communities, promotes the Malawian culture, and supports economic growth.
“Over the years, digital technologies have transformed how people access and consume content, making it essential for organisations to listen and adapt to evolving customer needs.
“Tonight’s event is a clear example of that commitment to meet such needs. The introduction of the new DStv and GOtv offering under the banner ‘Expect More’ reflects a clear understanding of what consumers are seeking today: greater value, greater flexibility, and access to high-quality content that resonates with their interests and lifestyles.
“As government, we welcome initiatives that make information, entertainment, and digital services more accessible to citizens while promoting innovation within the broadcasting sector in line with the Government’s digitalization agenda.
“As Malawi continues its digital transformation journey, we recognise the important role played by private sector partners such as MultiChoice.
“Through investment in technology, infrastructure, skills development, and content creation, companies in this sector, greatly contribute to economic activity and create opportunities for young people across the whole creative value chain.
“We are equally pleased by MultiChoice’s continued commitment to African storytelling and the development of local content through their various initiatives.
Our stories matter. Malawi is rich in culture, talent, heritage, and creativity. The stories of our communities, our entrepreneurs, our artists, our athletes, and our everyday citizens deserve to be told, not only to Malawians but to audiences across Africa and the world.
“When local stories are produced and showcased, they strengthen national identity, create jobs, develop skills, and inspire future generations of creators.”
The acting MBC Director General applauded MultiChoice for supporting Malawian storytelling as it embarks on its new chapter, saying the partnership between government, regulators, broadcasters, content creators, and technology providers will remain essential in working towards building a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable media ecosystem.
“The Government of Malawi remains committed to creating an enabling environment that supports innovation, promotes responsible broadcasting, protects consumers, and encourages investment in the communications sector.”
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