DStv Offers Three Days of Free Premium Viewing From 7–9 November

MultiChoice is celebrating three decades of DStv entertainment with a special Open Time Weekend that will run from 7 to 9 November 2025.

During the three-day promotion, all active satellite decoder subscribers will enjoy free access to DStv Premium channels, regardless of their package.

The company said the initiative is a way to thank its loyal customers while reviving the spirit of the early days of M-Net, when open viewing periods were a popular feature.

Viewers will be able to enjoy blockbuster movies, major sports events, and exclusive entertainment shows without having to upgrade their subscriptions.

In addition to the free-view weekend, MultiChoice is also rolling out a 30% price reduction on its High Definition (HD) decoders across retail outlets beginning 1 November.

Customers purchasing directly through the DStv online store will benefit from even deeper discounts, with standalone decoder prices starting at R299.

“This campaign is our way of celebrating 30 years of connecting African households through great stories and quality entertainment.

We are showing appreciation to our long-standing customers while inviting new viewers to experience the full DStv Premium experience,” a MultiChoice spokesperson said.

The milestone celebration also carries a nostalgic tone, with well-known personalities from the 1990s M-Net era set to make appearances during the campaign.

Analysts note that the promotion comes at a time when MultiChoice faces increasing competition from global streaming services. The company hopes the combination of free Premium access and lower decoder prices will attract new users while rewarding long-time subscribers.

The Open Time Weekend will run from Friday, 7 November to Sunday, 9 November 2025, and will only be available to active satellite decoder customers. The offer does not apply to DStv Stream-only subscribers.