List of DStv free channels in South Africa

Free DStv news channels

Watch the following news channels and stay updated on several matters across the globe:

1. BBC World News

This is a global news network that broadcasts international news for 24 hours every day. Catch it on channel 400.

2. CNN

CNN International is on Digital Satellite Television 401. It covers global news ranging from politics, business, technology, sports, entertainment, among others.

3. Sky News

Find it on Digital Satellite Television 402. It broadcasts news from the UK and other parts of the world.

4. eNCA

This is a South African television news network found on Digital Satellite Television 403. It switched to high definition in early 2020. It shows news from Mzansi and other African countries 24 hours every day.

5. SABC News

You can find it on Digital Satellite Television 404. It broadcasts news from South Africa and other countries across the globe for 24 hours daily.

6. Newzroom Afrika

This is a South African news network on DStv 405. It shows news from across the African continent.

7. Euronews Now

This is a European network that covers news from Europe, Africa, and other continents. Find it on Digital Satellite Television 414.

DStv free channels

Do not get bored at home. Here is a list of networks you can watch whether you are a Digital Satellite Television subscriber or not.

1. People’s Weather

This television network covers news on weather, the environment, and lifestyle across the African continent. Find it on DStv 180.

2. SuperSport Play

This is the best television network for those who love various sports from South Africa and other countries. Find it on Digital Satellite Television channel 238.

3. PBS Kids

This is a kids’ television network found on DStv 313. It has content that will keep your young ones entertained as they learn from the various educative shows.

4. Channel O

This is a music television network on DStv 320, and it plays music from across Africa and the entire world. You will also watch a #LockdownHouseParty on this channel on Fridays and Saturdays starting 6.00 pm to 12.00 am. The show will be hosted by your favorite DJs, Shimza. and pH. This program will air until Saturday, 11th April 2020.

5. TBN

Trinity Broadcast Networks (TBN) is a television network that broadcasts Christian content. Find it on Digital Satellite Television channel 343.

Extra channels for all DStv packages

DStv offers six packages to its customers. They include DStv Family channels, DStv EasyView channels, Premium, Compact, Compact Plus, and DStv Access channels. The following are the extra channels for all Digital Satellite Television customers.

1. Africanews

This is a new television network that begun broadcasting on 20th March 2020 on DStv 417. It covers news from all the countries in Africa, ranging from business, politics, culture, and social stories.

2. CNN

This television network was also added to all Digital Satellite Television subscribers on DStv 417.

3. Da Vinci

This is a kids’ network that offers entertainment and educational content to children and the entire family. Do not let your kids stress you as they are staying home with you. Let them watch Da Vinci on Digital Satellite Television channel 318.

4. Nickelodeon

This television network offers entertainment series for kids and the entire family. It has fun shows like SpongeBob Square Pants, The Thundermans, Gameshakers, Loud House, among others. Catch it on Digital Satellite Television channel 305.

This is a football coverage television network found on DStv 207.

Extended DStv channels list for select packages

The following are some of the extended Digital Satellite Television packages for select customers.

1. SuperSport1

It is found on channel 201 and will start featuring sports documentaries and sports movies because no sport matches are being played due to the outbreak of Covid-19. Other shows will include SuperSport Grand Stand, which will be hosted by SuperSport presenters from 5.00 pm to 9.00 pm. The other show will be Viewers Choice from 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm, and the viewers’ social media suggestions will determine the show’s content. This channel has been extended to Compact Plus and Compact packages.

2. M-Net Binge

It broadcasts HBO movies, shows, and documentaries from 6.00 pm to 6.00 am every Monday to Saturday. The television network has been extended to Compact Plus and Premium subscribers and is available on Digital Satellite Television channel 114.

3. Mzansi Magic

This television network has been extended to the family bouquet on DStv 161. It will be available until 17th April.

4. Tom Cruise

This is a pop-up television network on DStv 109, and it will air from 20th March 2020 to 5th April 2020. You will be able to watch close to 30 Tom Cruise movies including Top Gun, Far and Away, Rain Man, Mission Impossible, among others. It will be extended to Premium customers.

5. Toonami

If you are a fan of superhero movies, catch this pop-up channel on DStv 300. It will be available from 29th March 2020 until 30th April 2020. It will be extended to Family, Access, Compact Plus, Premium, and Compact packages.

6. African Easter

This is a Christian pop-up channel that airs from 9th April 2020 to 13th April 2020. It will be available from Access to Premium packages.

South African soapies to stream for free

Apart from the free, extra, and extended Digital Satellite Television channels, you will also be able to watch some of your favorite soapies for free. They include the following.

• Igaza
• Isibaya
• The River
• Binnelanders
• Suidooster
• Die Ware Naarheid

How to watch DStv online

You do need a decoder to watch free channels on Digital Satellite Television. You can stream online by signing up on DStv Now. The DStv Now app can be downloaded from your android’s Google Play Store or the iPhone’s Apple App Store. The app can be used on your phone, smart TV, computer, tablet, and other devices.

Q&A

The following is a frequently asked question and answer.

How can I watch DStv for free?

You are supposed to download the DStv Now app and then sign up to access the free channels. Remember that you will use your data to get online.

You should remember that the above DStv free channels are only available for a short while. Seize this opportunity while the window is still open. You can now be entertained during the lockdown, all thanks to Digital Satellite Television!