As the festive season kicks off, MultiChoice is giving its viewers even more to look forward to with a refreshed line-up of holiday entertainment and expanded football coverage.
With dedicated holiday pop-up channels, all-day Premier League action, live AFCON 2025 coverage, and unbeatable decoder deals, both platforms are delivering a celebration-packed experience for homes across Kenya. Up until January 3, 2026, DStv and GOtv will broadcast special Holiday Pop-Up Channels showcasing Africa’s most beloved end-of-year celebrations.
The enhanced programming promises a richer, more immersive viewing experience throughout the holidays, making it a perfect time for families and football lovers to tune in.
Viewers can enjoy spectacular programming, including the Festival of Champions (on November 21), The Experience 20 (on December 5), Unusual Praise (on December 12), the Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival (on December 19), and the iconic Carnival Calabar (on December 23–30). DStv customers can tune in on Channel 198, while GOtv viewers can catch the festivities on Channel 49.
From early Sunday morning until Monday morning on December 1, viewers can immerse themselves in wall-to-wall matchday intensity, storylines and rivalries – all at no additional cost.
This one-day football festival packs a punch, offering a slate of fixtures that speaks to the unpredictable magic of the Premier League. Across five matches, fans will experience contrasting styles, high stakes, and the kind of competitive tension that makes this league one of the world’s most-watched sporting spectacles.
The day will feature top clashes including Crystal Palace vs Manchester United, Chelsea vs Arsenal, West Ham vs Liverpool, Aston Villa vs Wolves, and Nottingham Forest vs Brighton, marking an action-packed football feast for the whole family.
The excitement continues as AFCON 2025 kicks off in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January. GOtv subscribers will enjoy a dedicated AFCON Pop-Up Channel broadcasting most matches live, while DStv viewers will catch the tournament on Football Plus Africa (Channel 222) and SS Africa 2 (Channel 228). With giants like Ivory Coast, Egypt, Senegal, and Morocco competing, fans can expect a thrilling month of world-class African football.
To make entertainment even more accessible, DStv and GOtv have announced special festive decoder discounts valid until December 31, 2025. GOtv decoders now retail at KES 799 (down from 999), while DStv decoders start at KES 850 (down from 1,199).
“Entertainment brings people together, and this year we wanted to make the festive experience even more meaningful for families,” said Nzola Miranda, managing director at MultiChoice Kenya.
“With African cultural showcases, world-class football, and accessible pricing, we’re ensuring that every home can share in the joy of the season.”
GOtv and DStv customers can manage their subscriptions, reconnect or upgrade through the MyDStv and MyGOtv apps for a seamless festive experience.
