So, you’ve heard DStv is making available a whole new package offering, and you’re wondering how this affects your sports options?
Well, you’ve come to the right place as we’ll break it down so you are able to make the most informed decision based on your sporting favourites.
SAME GREAT CONTENT, BETTER OPTIONS
The new packages are simpler, clearer and offer more of what you want: more sport, more channels, and fewer repeats – all available from 5 November 2026.
Changes include new package names, revised channel lineups, a Sports package, updated pricing and automatic migration.
The four core packages are designed to make great content more accessible. In Zambia, there is:
• Starter (57+ channels, from ZMW165 PM)
• Select (115+ channels from ZMW 355 PM)
• Sports (131+ channels from ZMW 720 PM)
• Premium (145+ channels, from ZMW1 090PM ) (unchanged offering)•
So let’s look at what each key package contains from a sports perspective. Click on the links or the images to go through to DStv.com for more detailed information.
***PLEASE NOTE – the logos on the images indicate what content can be seen on the channel, and do not necessarily refer to the full channel of that league***
STARTER – from ZMW165 p/m
Our starter package comes in from ZMW165, and offers over 57 channels.
The full sports channel list for Starter is:
|
Channel number |
Name | Details |
| 218 | ESPN | Plenty of alternative football content, including Saudi Pro, Eredivisie, Turkey, Scotland, UEFA Women's CL, EFL and more |
| 220 | Blitz | The latest sports news and features |
| 224 | LaLiga | Will include overflow from UCL, Europa, internationals |
| 227 | Kickoff | Variety of football content, including select live content from PL, Serie A, Ligue 1, UCL and Europe |
| 228 | Africa | Variety sports, including SA boxing, basketball, netball and more |
>>> CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON DSTV.com
SELECT – from ZMW 355 p/m
The Select package comes in from ZMW 355, and offers over 115 channels.
The full sports channel list for the Select package is:
|
Channel number |
Name | Details |
| 218 | ESPN | Plenty of alternative football content, including Saudi Pro, Eredivisie, Turkey, Scotland, UEFA Women's CL, EFL and more |
| 220 | Blitz | The latest sports news and features |
| 224 | LaLiga | Will include overflow from UCL, Europa, internationals |
| 225 | Football | Home of Serie A. Additional content includes overflow from EFL Championship, UCL, Europa and FIFA internationals |
| 226 | WWE | Home of WWE |
| 227 | Kickoff | Variety of football content, including select live content from PL, Serie A, Ligue 1, UCL and Europe |
| 228 | Africa | Variety sports, including SA boxing, basketball, netball and more |
>>> CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON DSTV.com
SPORTS – from ZMW 720 p/m
The Sports package comes in from ZMW 720, and offers over 131 channels.
The full sports channel list for the Sports package is:
|
Channel number |
Name | Details |
| 199 | Events | Sports overflow channel |
| 218 | ESPN | Plenty of alternative football content, including Saudi Pro, Eredivisie, Turkey, Scotland, UEFA Women's CL, EFL and more |
| 219 | ESPN 2 | Focus is on US sports, such as NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, AFL and Indy Car |
| 220 | Blitz | The latest sports news and features |
| 222 | Football+ | Home of the UEFA Champions League. Overflow from PL and Europa |
| 223 | Premier League | Home of the Premier League, Caraboa and FA Cup competitions. Overflow from UCL, Europa and Fifa internationals |
| 224 | LaLiga | Will include overflow from UCL, Europa, internationals |
| 225 | Football | Home of Serie A. Additional content includes overflow from EFL Championship, UCL, Europa and FIFA internationals |
| 226 | WWE | Home of WWE |
| 227 | Kickoff | Variety of football content, including select live content from PL, Serie A, Ligue 1, UCL and Europa |
| 228 | Africa | Variety sports, including SA boxing, basketball, netball and more |
| 229 | Action | Home of fight sports (MMA, boxing) and athletics, along with a live URC match and all the Currie Cup matches |
| 230 | Extra | Home of cycling, and other sports such as aquatics and hockey |
>>> CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON DSTV.com
ULTIMATE – from ZMW1 090 p/m
The Premium package comes in from ZMW1 090PM, offering over 145 channels and all the sports SuperSport has to offer.
The full sports channel list for the Ultimate package is:
|
Channel number |
Name | Details |
| 199 | Events | Sports overflow channel |
| 217 | Extra 2 | Overflow of Premium sport, eg rugby, golf, tennis, motorsport |
| 218 | ESPN | Plenty of alternative football content, including Saudi Pro, Eredivisie, Turkey, Scotland, UEFA Women's CL, EFL and more |
| 219 | ESPN 2 | Focus is on US sports, such as NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, AFL and Indy Car |
| 220 | Blitz | The latest sports news and features |
| 221 | Grandstand | The best current broadcast from across the SuperSport channels |
| 222 | Football+ | Home of the UEFA Champions League. Overflow from PL and Europa |
| 223 | Premier League | Home of the Premier League, Caraboa and FA Cup competitions. Overflow from UCL, Europa and Fifa internationals |
| 224 | LaLiga | Will include overflow from UCL, Europa, internationals |
| 225 | Football | Home of Serie A. Additional content includes overflow from EFL Championship, UCL, Europa and FIFA internationals |
| 226 | WWE | Home of WWE |
| 227 | Kickoff | Variety of football content, including select live content from PL, Serie A, Ligue 1, UCL and Europa |
| 228 | Africa | Variety sports, including SA boxing, basketball, netball and more |
| 229 | Action | Home of fight sports (MMA, boxing) and athletics, along with a live URC match and all the Currie Cup matches |
| 230 | Extra | Home of cycling, and other sports such as aquatics and hockey |
| 231 | Rugby | Home of rugby, including the likes of the Springboks, all URC matches, Champions Cup, test matches, Sevens and more |
| 232 | Cricket | Home of cricket, including Proteas, SA20, IPL and internationals |
| 233 | Golf | Home of golf, including all the majors, the PGA, DP and Sunshine Tours, and much more |
| 234 | Tennis | Home of tennis, including all the Grand Slams, ATP and WTA 1000s, Davis Cup, Laver Cup and more |
| 235 | Motorsport | Home of motorsport, including F1, MotoGP, Superbikes, Formula E, NASCAR and more... |
| 241 | Maximo 1 | Home of UCL, with additional content from PL, F1 and UFC |
| 242 | Maximo 2 | Home of Premier League, with additional content from UCL |
>>> CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON DSTV.com
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why are DStv packages changing?
To make DStv’s offering simpler for customers and to give customers more choice when they choose a DStv package.
When do the changes take effect?
The migration starts on 5 November 2026, and the new packages will be available to new subscribers from that date as well.
Will my price increase?
No, once you're automatically migrated you won’t pay more for your new package.
Will my package change automatically?
Yes, you don’t need to do anything unless you’d prefer to choose a different package from the one you’re automatically migrated to.
How do I know which package I’m on?
You can check your current package via the MyDStv app, WhatsApp self-service channel or website, or by contacting DStv Customer Care.
Do I need a new decoder?
No, you don’t need a new decoder.
Do I need to update my DStv Stream app?
No, you don’t need to do that. Any updates will be deployed as normal.
Where can I compare packages?
Find all the information you need on DStv.com and use the Package Compare Tool.
Am I getting fewer channels?
No. Starter, Select and Sports get more channels than before. Premium (now Ultimate) remains unchanged.
Are any channels closing or changing?
Yes, some channels are closing. But that doesn’t mean you’re losing any entertainment. We’re refining the DStv channel line-up to reduce repeats and concentrate on fewer, stronger channels.