DStv, also known as Digital Satellite Television, is a privately owned company headquartered in South Africa. It operates as a subsidiary of MultiChoice South Africa and is a tier 1 media tech buyer. Founded in 1995, the company employs approximately 810 individuals, specializing in media and TV services. Functioning as a direct-to-home satellite television product focused on Sub-Saharan Africa, the platform offers a multi-tier subscription layout, including Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family, and Access bouquets. DStv bundles hundreds of linear high-definition audio and video channels, providing international movies, global news networks, and local telenovelas. Its satellite architecture is extended into the digital sphere via DStv Stream, a standalone over-the-top software platform that replicates the complete linear television experience on smart devices without requiring a physical satellite dish or decoder unit.
On July 24, 2026, CANAL+ confirmed that the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will broadcast live on SuperSport across Sub-Saharan Africa, granting DStv and GOtv subscribers access to the 11-day multi-sport event. SuperSport plans dedicated coverage focusing on the over 500 African athletes expected to compete. Previously, on July 7, 2026, the Nigerian Senate rejected proposals to nationalize South African-owned businesses, including MTN and DStv, in response to renewed xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. The Senate condemned the violence and urged the Federal Government to intensify diplomatic efforts to protect its citizens. This followed calls on July 6, 2026, by some individuals, including a Ugandan citizen, advocating for the replacement of South African expatriates working for companies like DSTV with local talent, amid discussions on xenophobic attacks.
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