If you are a DStv owner in Kenya and looking for ways to pay for your DStv subscription, don’t worry. This comprehensive essay will explore all the payment methods for your DStv packages. And most importantly, we will touch on the more straightforward solution: How to pay DStv using M-Pesa
Kenyans have relied on DStv since it was established in 1995. There is a good reason for this, and Most of DStv’s success in the count can be attributed to its Football streaming rights. And it’s not just about sports; the platform focuses on General family entertainment, ensuring that the needs of all audiences are catered to.
DStv offers various packages in Kenya, each with different pricing models. As of this writing, the cheapest plan is the DStv lite, which costs KES 750, and the most expensive package is Premium, which costs KES 11,000. Therefore, paying for the service at the right time is essential to avoid being disconnected from it.
DStv Packages and Pricing in Kenya
Starting November 1st, DStv, a pay television Model has again revised its new pricing model for various packages. This move will see subscribers paying anywhere from KES 750 to KES 11,000. Below is a table of all the new DStv prices for all its Bouquets:
| DStv Package | Price (Ksh) | Number of Channels | HD Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | 11,000 | 175+ | 38 |
| Compact Plus | 6,800 | 155+ | 30 |
| Compact | 3,900 | 135+ | 22 |
| Family | 2,100 | 120+ | 10 |
| Access | 1,350 | 95+ | 7 |
| Lite | 750 | 51+ | 2 |
The channels you choose and pay for automatically narrow down to your entertainment needs. The DStv Lite is a good option if you are a family of few and on a tight budget. For families, as the name suggests, going for the DStv family package is a wise move, and for sports fans, going for either Compact or Compact Plus is recommended, depending on your needs. For those who prefer to stay on top of their entertainment needs, the DStv premium has all that DStv has to offer.
Paying for DStv with M-PESA
With the packages in mind, plus their pricing structure, you can now pay for the subscription you want. In Kenya, DSTv offers various methods that you can use to pay, but the M-Pesa is the easiest option.
To proceed with M-Pesa, you need to understand the DStv Pay bill number. It is 444900, and you can use this number to sort your DStv bill on time to avoid disconnection. Here is how to easily go about it:
Process:
Open the Safaricom M-Pesa menu on your phone and go to M-Pesa
- Select ” Lipa Na M-Pesa” and then proceed to “Pay Bill”
- Enter the DStv Business Number, which is 444900
- For the account number, Enter your Smart card Number. You can find this number printed on the top of your DStv Decoder or log into the self-service app
- Proceed to the Enter amount that you want to pay for. This should be the exact amount corresponding to the current package you are subscribed to.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN to confirm your transaction. Immediately you do so, and you will receive a new SMS message confirming our transaction
By the way, as a bonus point, if you want to use M-Pesa and don’t want to keep inoutitn or remember DStv Paybill every time, you can use the M-Pesa app t bypass this option. Here is how
- Download the official M-Pesa App ( Android or iPhone)
- Make sure to register and log in to the app using a number linked to the M-Pesa wallet
- Select Pay on the App and then “Pay Bill”
- On the search field presented, search for DStv and select the business number that appears
- Proceed to enter your smartcard number and Amount to pay
- You will receive an SMS message after the payment is made.
Other Payment Options
While it is quite easy to use M-Pesa Payment, the Multichoice company in Kenya understands the needs of its customers and thus offers many payment methods. Here are some alternatives to use for payments:
Co-op Bank USSD
This option is best suited for Co-operative Bank of Kenya users.
- Dial *667# and follow the prompts to log in
- Select option 3 – Payments > Utility Bills > Pay TV
- Choose DStv and then Select Pay Bill
- Enter your Smart Card number for DStv and the amount to pay for
- When done, enter your PIN and Submit
DStv Self Service
This is one of the more accessible solutions if you can access the internet. All you need is to :
- Viait the DStv Self Service Portal at https://www.dstv.com/en-ke/mydstv#/dashboard
- Login to your account, then go to the left sidebar panel, and look for the option “Payment reminder”
- Click on Pay now a new window will pop up for Payment Verification
purposes, go through the instructions and click on continue - On the redirected window, Select your preferred payment provider. If you choose M-Pesa, a new pop-up menu will appear on your phone, requiring you to enter your PIN. Alternatively, if you go with Visa or Mastercard, you must provide your debit card details.
- Depending on the method you choose for payment, you will receive an SMS from your Bank and M-Pesa
Conclusion
And there you have it. DStv in Kenya has made it easier to pay for various packages. While the M-pesa is the easier channel to use, the service provider still offers a number of methods. In this article, we have covered everything that you need to know.
If you encounter any issues with the payment process, please let us know in the comment section so we can assist you.