Full list of DStv Compact Plus channels and the updated price
DStv Compact Plus is specifically designed for viewers interested in local and international content. It has over 120 channels offering a broad range of content, including kids', family, and teen entertainment, documentaries, sports, music, news, and audio programs. Before subscribing, have a look at the current DStv Compact channels list and price.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- DStv Compact Plus channels in South Africa and price
- Does DStv Compact cost more than Compact Plus?
- How much is a Compact Plus?
- What is included in DStv Compact Plus in South Africa?
- What channels are included in the DStv Compact package?
- Is Channel 144 on DStv Compact?
- Is channel 103 on Compact Plus?
- Does DStv Compact Plus have channel 201?
- Is channel 211 on DStv Compact Plus?
- What is the difference between DStv Compact Plus and Premium?
- What is the DStv Compact Plus Extra View price?
- What are the available DStv packages in South Africa?
- What channels are on the DStv R29 package in South Africa?
Key takeaways
- DStv Compact Plus is one of the five main DStv packages.
- The package includes all the football action and every kykNET channel.
- You can stream the Compact Plus package from R549 per month via the DStv app.
- You can watch on three devices at the same time, including a mobile stream at no extra cost.
- Alternatively, you can access the package via a DStv decoder from R659 per month.
DStv Compact Plus channels in South Africa and price
The DStv Compact Plus package costs R659 per month (decoder access) in 2026, rising from the previous 2025 price of R619. Meanwhile, the streaming cost for this package is R549 per month and the extra view fee has increased from R105 to R125.
For a 24-month contract, you will pay R629 per month for decoder access. The 24-month contract ensures a guaranteed rate for your DStv subscription period, protecting against mid-term increases.
The DStv Compact Plus subscription warrants viewer access to 115+ TV channels. The package also has numerous audio and radio stations (local and international). Below is a comprehensive DStv Compact Plus South Africa channels list.
Movies and entertainment
Subscribing to DStv Compact Plus warrants access to the channels tabulated below in the movies and entertainment category.
Channel number | Channel name |
100 | DStv |
103 | 1Magic |
107 | M-Net Movies 3 |
108 | M-Net Movies 4 |
109 | Switched'd On |
112 | Studio Universal |
114 | KIX |
117 | Universal Channel |
118 | Telemundo |
120 | BBC Brit |
122 | Comedy Central |
123 | Timeless Dizi |
124 | E! Entertainment Television |
127 | Ginx eSports |
128 | WWE Channel |
129 | BET |
130 | MTV |
131 | Lifetime |
132 | CBS Reality |
133 | TLNovelas |
135 | Discovery TLC Entertainment |
136 | Discovery Family |
137 | TNT Africa |
Other DStv movies and entertainment channels include:
Channel number | Channel name |
138 | eMovies |
140 | eMovies Extra |
141 | Maisha Magic Movies |
144 | kykNET |
145 | kykNET & Kie |
150 | Woordfees TV |
152 | Africa Magic Epic |
153 | AfricaMagic Urban Movies |
154 | AfricaMagic Family |
155 | Real Time |
157 | Moja Love |
161 | Mzansi Magic |
163 | Mzansi Wethu |
164 | Mzansi Bioskop |
165 | Novela Magic |
166 | ZEE World |
167 | Star Life |
168 | ROK |
195 | e.TV Extra |
198 | Big Brother Mzansi HD |
507 | Telemundo |
515 | My Channel Africa |
Documentary and lifestyle channels
If you love documentaries and lifestyle content, consider checking out the channels highlighted in the table below.
Channel number | Channel name |
147 | VIA |
170 | CBS Justice |
171 | Discovery ID |
173 | Honey |
174 | BBC Lifestyle |
175 | Food Network |
176 | The Home Channel |
177 | HGTV |
179 | Travel Channel |
180 | People's Weather |
181 | National Geographic |
182 | Nat Geo Wild |
183 | WildEarth |
184 | BBC Earth |
185 | Curiosity Channel |
186 | The History Channel |
189 | Ignition TV |
190 | Spice TV |
DStv Compact Plus sports channels
Which sports channels are on Compact Plus? The package offers fourteen sports channels. You could catch football matches on the SS Premier League channel or wrestling on the WWE channel.
Channel number | Channel name |
200 | BLITZ |
202 | SS PSL |
203 | SS Premier League |
204 | SS Laliga |
205 | SS Football Africa |
206 | SS Variety 1 |
207 | SS Variety 2 |
208 | SS Variety 3 |
209 | SS Variety 4 |
210 | SS Action |
218 | ESPN |
219 | ESPN 2 |
236 | WWE Channel |
249 | TellyTrack |
Kids and teens channels
Kids and teens can enjoy content on DStv channels mentioned in the table below.
Channel number | Channel name |
301 | Cartoon Network |
302 | Boomerang |
303 | Disney |
304 | DreamWorks |
305 | Nickelodeon |
306 | Cbeebies |
307 | Nick Jr |
308 | NickTOONS |
309 | Disney Junior |
310 | JimJam |
311 | eToonz |
313 | PSB Kids |
318 | Da Vinci |
319 | Mindset |
Music channels
Music fans can access content on the channels mentioned in the table below.
Channel number | Channel name |
146 | KyKNet Nou |
320 | Channel O |
321 | Mzansi Music |
322 | MTV Base |
323 | MTV Hits |
325 | TRACE Urban |
326 | TRACE Africa |
327 | Sound City |
331 | One Gospel |
332 | Trace Gospel |
News and commerce DStv Compact Plus channels
You can access news and commerce content from the channels in the table below.
Channel number | Channel name |
400 | BBC World News |
401 | CNN International |
402 | Sky News |
403 | eNews Channel Africa |
404 | SABC News |
405 | Newzroom Afrika |
406 | Al Jazeera |
407 | Russia Today |
408 | Parliamentary Service |
409 | CGTN News |
410 | CNBC Africa |
411 | Bloomberg |
412 | Business Day TV |
413 | NDTV 24x7 |
414 | Euronews |
417 | Africanews |
Audio channels
Audio channels make up nearly half of the DStv Compact Plus package. They include:
Channel number | Channel name |
751 | Adult Contemporary |
752 | Today's Hits |
753 | Hot Traxx |
754 | 70's Hits |
755 | 80's Hits |
756 | Familiar Favourites |
757 | Soft Hits |
758 | Love Songs |
759 | Metro Blends |
760 | Cityscapes |
761 | Groove Lounge |
762 | House Party |
763 | Power Hits |
764 | Dance |
765 | Trots Afrikaans |
766 | Campus Rock |
767 | Alternate Rock |
768 | Hard Rock |
769 | Classic Rock |
770 | Golden Oldies |
Audio channels span radio stations that play dedicated music genres. For instance, if you love jazz music, you could tune in to Smooth Jazz or Classic Jazz. Below are more audio channels you can enjoy.
Channel number | Channel name |
771 | 90's Hits |
772 | Classic R&B |
773 | Urban Adult Contemporary |
774 | Urban Beat |
775 | Reggae |
776 | Modern Country |
777 | Traditional Country |
778 | Gospel |
779 | African Rhythm |
780 | Italian |
781 | Smooth Jazz |
782 | Classic Jazz |
783 | Blues |
784 | Beautiful Instrumentals |
785 | Contemporary Instrumentals |
786 | New Age |
787 | Light Classical |
788 | Arias And Overtures |
789 | Chamber Music |
790 | Symphonic |
Radio stations
The radio stations are also in different languages. For instance, if you prefer a channel broadcasting in Afrikaans, tune in to Groot FM.
Channel number | Channel name |
801 | Metro FM |
802 | Channel Africa |
803 | Good Hope |
804 | Ikwekwezi |
805 | 5FM |
806 | Lesedi FM |
807 | Lligwalagwala |
808 | Lotus FM |
809 | Motsweding FM |
810 | Munghana Lonene FM |
811 | Phalaphala FM |
812 | Radio 2000 |
814 | SAFM |
815 | Thobela FM |
816 | trufm |
817 | Ukhozu FM |
818 | Umhlobo Wenene FM |
819 | X-K FM |
820 | Groot FM |
821 | LM Radio |
International radio stations
The package also has international radio stations. They include:
Channel number | Channel name |
822 | Hot 91.9 FM |
823 | Mix 93.8 FM |
825 | Channel 7 |
826 | Radio Islam |
850 | BBC World Service English |
851 | BBC Afrique en Francais |
852 | BBC African Language |
853 | Voice Of America |
854 | World Radio Network |
855 | Trans World Radio |
856 | Talk Radio 702 |
857 | Classic FM |
858 | Jacaranda FM |
859 | YFM |
860 | Chinese Radio International |
861 | Kaya FM |
865 | Channel Islam International |
866 | Radio France Internationale |
867 | Radio Wave |
868 | Radio Energy |
Region-based radio stations
The package also has region-based radio stations. They include:
Channel number | Channel name |
869 | 1485AM Radio |
870 | Radio Veritas |
871 | Radio Vlaanderen International |
872 | TransAfrica Radio |
875 | Link FM |
876 | Radio Kosmos |
878 | Jozi FM |
879 | 94.7 Highveld Stereo |
880 | 94.5 KFM |
882 | Radio Pulpit |
883 | NNR |
884 | Capricorn FM |
885 | Cape Talk |
886 | Pretoria FM |
887 | Radio Pretoria |
888 | Ubuntu Radio |
889 | Power FM |
Does DStv Compact cost more than Compact Plus?
The DStv Compact Plus package is more expensive than the Compact package. The Compact Plus package costs from R549 per month (stream) and from R659 per month (decoder), while the Compact package costs R299 per month (stream) and from R479 per month (decoder).
When comparing the DStv Compact vs Compact Plus channels list, you will notice that the Compact package has 100+ TV channels, while the Compact Plus package has 115+ TV channels. You can download a DStv Compact channels PDF from Scribd.
How much is a Compact Plus?
The DStv Compact Plus price starts from R549 per month (stream) and from R659 per month (decoder). Multichoice prompts subscribers to renew their subscriptions before they expire.
You could pay via the DStv self-service website, the DStv app, on phone by dialing *120*2272#, or through other options like banking apps (FNB, Absa, Standard Bank, Nedbank), EFT, EasyPay, retailers (Pick n Pay, Checkers), or set up a debit order.
What is included in DStv Compact Plus in South Africa?
The key features of DStv Compact Plus include:
- Subscribers can add Showmax to their subscription.
- It includes 2 extra mobile streams via the DStv app, allowing users to watch on-the-go.
- PVR access (pause, record, rewind) is available with suitable decoders (e.g., Explora).
- Extensive sports coverage with SuperSport Premier League, La Liga, Football Plus, Variety, Action, and ESPN.
- Access to entertainment & movie channels like M-Net Movies 4, Studio Universal, Warner TV, Africa Magic Showcase, and various local content.
- Access to documentaries & news channels like Discovery Channel, BBC Lifestyle, CBS Justice, CuriosityStream, and specialized news channels.
- Access to Kids & Family channels like Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, and Nickelodeon.
What channels are included in the DStv Compact package?
Key channels included in the Compact package are:
- News: BBC World News, Sky News, and various local news channels
- Kids: Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, NickJr, DreamWorks, and Disney Channel.
- Sports: SuperSport Football, SS Premier League, SS Action, SS Variety, and ESPN.
- Entertainment & Movies: Mzansi Magic (161), Africa Magic Showcase, M-Net Movies 4, Studio Universal, TNT Africa, Universal TV, Telemundo, Zee World, and TLCNovel.
- Lifestyle & Documentaries: Discovery ID, HGTV, Food Network, Curiosity Channel, History, and BBC Brit.
Is Channel 144 on DStv Compact?
Channel 144, which is kykNET, is not available on the DStv Compact package in South Africa. As of early 2026, it is typically exclusive to higher-tier packages, specifically DStv Premium and DStv Compact Plus, although channel lineups can occasionally change.
Is channel 103 on Compact Plus?
The 1Magic (channel 103) is available on DStv Compact Plus in South Africa. Launched in April 2024, this premium entertainment channel that offers a variety of local South African dramas, documentaries, and international series to both Premium and Compact Plus subscribers. It also includes extra soccer matches.
Does DStv Compact Plus have channel 201?
The DStv Compact Plus package in South Africa does not include channel 201 (SuperSport Grandstand HD) as part of its standard offering. SuperSport Grandstand is typically reserved for the Premium package.
Is channel 211 on DStv Compact Plus?
Channel 211 (SuperSport Rugby HD) is not included in the DStv Compact Plus package in South Africa. The channel is generally restricted to the DStv Premium package, which offers a more comprehensive selection of sport channels.
What is the difference between DStv Compact Plus and Premium?
DStv Compact Plus offers 125+ TV channels, while DStv Compact Plus offers 115+ TV channels. Also, DStv Premium provides the full suite of entertainment, sports, and movie channels, while Compact Plus offers a more budget-friendly alternative with a slightly reduced selection.
What is the DStv Compact Plus Extra View price?
While the standard price for the DStv Compact Plus package starts from R549 per month (stream) and from R659 per month (decoder), you can pay an additional monthly access fee of R125 to add Extra View (linking up to three decoders) to your decoder.
The access fee is charged per extra decoder added to your account. The service requires at least two decoders to be linked and connected to the same account. What's more, you to watch different live TV shows in up to three separate rooms simultaneously.
What are the available DStv packages in South Africa?
These are the prices of the current DStv packages in South Africa are:
No. | Package | Decoder price/month | Streaming price/month |
1. | DStv Premium | R979 | R699 |
2. | DStv Compact Plus | R659 | R549 |
3. | DStv Compact | R479 | R299 |
4. | DStv Family | R339 | R299 |
5. | DStv Access | R150 | R99 |
What channels are on the DStv R29 package in South Africa?
According to an August 2025 Facebook post by DStv South Africa, the DStv EasyView package has these channels:
Channel number | Channel name |
134 | BBC UKTV |
137 | TNT Africa |
155 | RealTime |
191 | SABC 1 |
192 | SABC 2 |
193 | SABC 3 |
194 | e.TV |
195 | e.Extra |
200 | SS Blitz |
251 | 299: free to air channels |
310 | JimJam |
311 | eToonz |
319 | Mindset |
321 | Mzansi Music |
341 | FAITH |
342 | Day Star |
343 | TBN Africa |
404 | SABC News |
405 | Newzroom Afrika |
406 | Al Jazeera |
408 | Parliamentary Service |
409 | CGTN News |
410 | CNBC Africa |
412 | Business Day TV |
447 | CCTV 4 |
- All DStv radio & audio channels are available on this package, making the total number of channels (including audio channels)131.
- The DStv EasyView package is not available on DStv Stream (mobile streaming app), only for decoder subscriptions.
- South African residents can subscribe to DStv EasyView and pay R15 per month, or DStv Stream Access and pay R50 per month.
Knowing the current DStv Compact Plus channels and their price is crucial for managing household entertainment budgets while ensuring access to premium content. Since channel lineups can occasionally change, the MyDStv app provides a printable DStv Compact Plus Channels South Africa PDF.
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