MultiChoice Zimbabwe is urging Zimbabweans who use South African-registered DStv accounts to switch to local subscriptions, as the company steps up its fight against signal piracy.
The pay- TV provider is currently running a new anti-piracy campaign called “DStv ZIMnandi.”
Multichoice urges Zimbabweans to stick to local DStv accounts
MultiChoice Zimbabwe warns that using South African accounts while living in Zimbabwe amounts to piracy, a violation of international copyright law, and could lead to prosecution.
In a speech delivered during a recent campaign in Bulawayo, MultiChoice Zimbabwe General Manager, Siyabulela Jemsana urged Zimbabwean viewers to migrate from foreign accounts.
“Our call to action is simple: switch to DStv Zimbabwe, because local is better,” he said.
“DStv’s strength lies in its local partnerships. By subscribing locally, customers are not only complying with the law — they are investing in Zimbabwe’s creative future.”
Why Zimbabweans choose South African registered accounts?
Many Zimbabweans subscribe to South African-registered accounts while in Zimbabwe because they cost a little less and offer more package options.
However, DStv licenses these accounts for use only in South Africa, which makes them illegal in Zimbabwe. By contrast, Zimbabwean DStv accounts serve the local market directly.
On the other hand, Zimbabwean accounts are designed for the local market. Their pricing takes the economy into account. They help sustain the country’s creative sector by supporting local broadcasters, artists, and content producers.
