South Africans are embracing digital streaming like never before, with DStv Stream driving a seismic shift away from traditional TV.
MultiChoice Group, the parent company, revealed that its internet-based platform delivered over 560 petabytes of content in the year ending November 30, 2024—a 71% surge in revenue compared to last year.
DStv Stream, a more affordable alternative to satellite bouquets, is capturing the growing demand for on-demand and live-streamed content.
The platform’s data shows South Africans streamed a staggering 430 million hours of content, underscoring the rapid adoption of digital viewing habits.
The platform’s top-streamed content in 2024 highlighted the diversity of viewer preferences:
- Biggest sports event: South Africa vs. Scotland rugby showdown on November 10, drawing massive audiences as the Springboks triumphed 32-15.
- Top movie: Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, featuring Jason Momoa, dominated the film charts.
- International hit: Yellowstone kept viewers hooked with new season 5 episodes.
- Local sensation: The Safta-nominated drama My Brother’s Keeper topped binge-watch lists on Mzansi Magic.
- For the kids: SpongeBob SquarePants led children’s content, followed by Teen Titans Go and Bluey.
DStv Stream isn’t just growing—it’s innovating. Recent upgrades like “Watch from Start” and “Cloud PVR” have made streaming more seamless, while improvements in infrastructure have minimised quality issues that once plagued the platform.
While MultiChoice hasn’t disclosed subscriber numbers, the shift to digital is clear. With the ability to stream 215 million movies’ worth of content in a year, DStv Stream is leading South Africa’s move toward a streaming-first future.
As OTT platforms take centre stage, DStv Stream’s success underscores how rapidly the country is transforming its entertainment consumption habits