MultiChoice Increases DStv and GOtv Prices in Kenya

MultiChoice Kenya has revised its subscription rates upward for both DStv and GOtv customers, in a move that is expected to impact thousands of households and businesses across the country. The price adjustment affects various packages offered under residential, business, and streaming services.

The company says the new rates take effect immediately, as part of a periodic review influenced by rising operational costs and market dynamics. While MultiChoice has not issued a detailed statement explaining the timing of the change, such adjustments are often attributed to inflation, currency fluctuations, and the cost of content acquisition.

For DStv residential subscribers, the revised monthly charges are as follows:

Lite – KES 750

Access – KES 1,450

Family – KES 2,250

Compact – KES 4,200

Compact Plus – KES 7,300

Premium – KES 11,700

XtraView – KES 1,700

GOtv users will also pay more, with the updated rates being:

Lite – KES 299

Value – KES 599

Plus – KES 999

Max – KES 1,699

Supa – KES 2,199

Supa Plus – KES 3,199

Meanwhile, Showmax subscribers will benefit from lower rates, with General Entertainment (GE) now priced at KES 550 (down from KES 650), and GE Mobile reduced to KES 200 (from KES 300). Other notable reductions include:

PL Mobile: KES 500 → 450

GE + PL: KES 1,000 → 800

GE Mobile + PL: KES 700 → 520

For DStv Business packages, the new prices include:

Stay Ultra – KES 3,370

Play Ultra – KES 15,650

Work Ultra – KES 5,850
Add-on packages for Asia, Europe, and French content remain at KES 500 each.

MultiChoice has not immediately disclosed the reasons behind the price adjustments, though such reviews are typically linked to inflationary pressures, operating costs, and currency fluctuations.