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New channels for DStv Compact subscribers

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Five new channels are coming to DStv Compact from 1 April 2025, bringing more entertainment to customers looking for the best live and on-demand local and international content.  

DStv Compact customers also benefit from access to a second stream on the DStv Stream app, allowing them to stream on two devices concurrently – including on smart TVs.

Customers will enjoy a 40% discount on Showmax, too, providing affordable access to a huge library of movies, series, and more. 

The five new channels coming to DStv Compact are detailed, below.

SuperSport Action (channel 210)  

Home to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) content from the UFC and EFC, SuperSport Action also includes international and local boxing, WWE, Adrenaline Sports as well as UCI Cycling.

The channel adds to DStv Compact’s sports offering, which already includes six SuperSport and two ESPN channels.

Africa Magic Showcase (channel 151) 

Featuring drama, romance, action and adventure from Nollywood, Africa Magic Showcase delivers authentic African content.

With Mzansi Magic, Mzansi Wethu, Via, and K-Nou already available on DStv Compact, its African content slate has never been stronger.  

CBS Justice (channel 170) 

The destination for compelling true-crime documentaries and series, CBS Justice delves deep into the facts to uncover the truth.

Featuring original and acquired programs, the channel brings fascinating cases to viewers. Titles include Snapped: Killer Couples, Cold Blood, Killer Cases, Black Widow Murders, and Charmed to Death. 

Curiosity Channel (channel 185)  

The Curiosity Channel shares real stories about real people from around the globe that live at the intersection of culture and inspiration.

Featuring factual entertainment in one mind-expanding destination, titles include Planet Insects, Cities of Tomorrow, Myths & Monsters, Ancient Engineering, and Titans: The Rise of Wall Street. 

History Channel (channel 186)  

The leading destination for series and specials that wrap historical knowledge in entertainment, the History Channel features a roster of signature series.

Titles include American Pickers, Ancient Aliens, Storage Hunters, Combat Ships, Secrets in the Ice, UFOs Declassified, The unXplained, Forged in Fire and more. 

Big changes to other packages

Alongside the new channels, DStv has confirmed that it will once again offer discounted rates to decoder customers who want to lock in their price by paying in advance for 24 months.

In addition to the Compact channel updates, DStv Family, DStv Access, and DStv EasyView customers will also enjoy extra channels from 1 April.

DStv Family viewers get more laughs with Comedy Central (122), home improvement on HGTV (177), plus kids’ favourites on Disney Channel (303). 

DStv Access adds Zee World (166) for Bollywood drama and romance, and Nicktoons (308) – while DStv EasyView welcomes SuperSport Schools (216). 

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