MultiChoice South Africa, which operates the popular pay-TV service DStv, has announced price increases for 2024. Although these adjustments are higher than previous years, customers have the option to freeze their current rates and avoid future increases over the next two years.
How to secure a “Price Lock” Guarantee
“This is a key part of our communications this year, given that we recognize that consumer spending is under more pressure than ever before,” explained MultiChoice CEO Marc Jury. To do.
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DStv subscribers who sign a 24-month contract can benefit from the 'Price Lock' guarantee. This benefit waives additional fees (such as decoder access fees) while keeping your monthly premium the same.
DStv pricing: what you need to know
Here's a breakdown of DStv's price changes effective April 1, 2024, excluding price lock offers:
- DStv Premium: Increased by R50 to R929 (5.7% increase)
- DStv Compact Plus: Increased by R40 to R619 (4.5% increase)
- DStv compact: Increased by R20 to R469 (4.5% increase)
- DStv family: Increased by R10 to R329 (3.1% increase)
- DStv access: Increased by R10 to R139 (7.8% increase)
- DStv EasyView: No change in price
Why DStv costs are rising
While facing rising subscription prices, DStv emphasizes the value its packages offer. [our agreement] With SA Rugby. Premium customers can continue to enjoy the best of sports. ”
DStv streaming plans: Prices remain stable
It is worth noting that the price of the company's internet-based streaming package, DStv Stream, will not be adjusted. DStv believes its streaming service is essential to its future growth.
With price increases on the horizon, DStv customers have a decision to make. With a fixed price, he accepts the certainty of a 24-month contract or maintains the flexibility of a month-to-month plan with the knowledge that the price is subject to change.
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