Safaricom Offers Discounted EPL Access on Showmax and DStv in New Partnership

Safaricom recently announced a strategic partnership with MultiChoice Kenya, bringing exclusive streaming options to millions of Kenyans through Showmax and DStv Stream. This partnership delivers top-tier movies, TV shows, sports, and documentaries to Safaricom customers, accessible anytime, anywhere, thanks to Safaricom’s extensive mobile network and Home Fibre services.

Here’s everything you need to know about this exciting collaboration, including how to access content, special offers, and more.

Key Highlights of the Safaricom-MultiChoice Partnership

• Exclusive Streaming: Safaricom customers gain access to Showmax and DStv Stream with a range of TV shows, movies, sports, and local content.
• Affordable EPL Access: Showmax mobile-only subscriptions offer live English Premier League (EPL) games for an affordable fee.
• Discounted Home Fibre Bundles: Safaricom Home Fibre customers enjoy up to 10% off DStv Stream packages.

How to Access Showmax and DStv Stream via Safaricom

For Showmax Subscribers

Safaricom customers can unlock Showmax content by subscribing to a Go Monthly Plus plan, which provides them with a one-month Showmax Mobile or Showmax All Devices subscription voucher. Here’s the step-by-step guide on how to activate this:

1. Dial *544*37# on your Safaricom line.
2. Choose the Go Monthly Plus plan that suits your needs.
3. Complete your purchase using M-PESA, following prompts to enter your M-PESA PIN.
4. Once the purchase is confirmed, you will receive an SMS voucher link for your Showmax subscription.
5. Follow the link, log in or create a Showmax account, and use the voucher code to activate.

Tip: To stream content on all devices, opt for the Showmax All Devices plan instead of the mobile-only plan.

For DStv Stream Subscribers on Safaricom Home Fibre

Safaricom Home Fibre users have a unique offer, allowing them to enjoy DStv Stream content at a discount when combining it with their Home Fibre plan. Here’s how to activate it:

1. Dial *400# on your Safaricom line.
2. Select the DStv option and choose the specific DStv plan you wish to purchase.
3. Link this with your Home Fibre plan to activate the combined service.
4. Confirm the plan selection, enter your M-PESA PIN for payment approval, and receive an SMS with your DStv Stream activation link.
5. Use the link to sign up, log in, and start streaming.

Discount: Home Fibre customers enjoy up to a 10% discount on DStv Stream packages, which include over 90 channels covering sports, news, entertainment, and more.

Special Features of the Safaricom-Showmax EPL Plan

With this partnership, Safaricom has introduced an EPL + Data bundle plan, which makes streaming EPL games more accessible for sports fans on the go. Here’s what you get:

• Monthly Subscription: For just KES 450, customers can watch all English Premier League games live.
• Data Bundle Included: The plan includes 3GB of data to support seamless streaming.
• How to Activate: Dial 54437#, subscribe to the Showmax X Go Monthly Plan, and enjoy the matches without additional data costs.

This plan ensures football enthusiasts can keep up with their favorite teams wherever they are, directly from their mobile devices.

Benefits of the Safaricom and MultiChoice Partnership

1. Enhanced Entertainment Options

This partnership brings premium content options directly to Safaricom customers, simplifying access to top movies, TV series, and sports events, including live EPL games and local programs. Customers can switch between Showmax’s diverse library of movies and series or DStv Stream’s broader channel lineup, including local news and entertainment.

2. Convenience and Flexibility

The Showmax and DStv Stream subscriptions are designed to be accessible from any location, whether at home or on the go, ensuring that customers can enjoy quality content on mobile devices, smart TVs, and tablets. Additionally, this convenience aligns with Kenya’s growing demand for digital entertainment solutions.

3. Affordable Pricing with Data Plans

By bundling content with affordable data plans, Safaricom and MultiChoice cater to Kenyans’ preferences for flexible, budget-friendly entertainment options. The Showmax EPL plan, for instance, includes sufficient data to watch the games live, minimizing interruptions and extra costs.

Local Content Support

Both Safaricom and MultiChoice have committed to expanding local content offerings. MultiChoice Kenya’s Maisha Magic Plus and Maisha Magic East, two popular Kiswahili-language channels, are set to benefit from this partnership, bringing locally relevant content to a wider audience. The initiative also supports Kenya’s entertainment industry by providing local filmmakers and producers a platform for their content.

Statements from Safaricom and MultiChoice Executives

Nzola Miranda, Managing Director of MultiChoice Kenya, highlighted the importance of this collaboration in enriching Kenya’s entertainment landscape. According to Miranda, the partnership brings “unparalleled convenience and value,” making premium content more accessible.

Peter Ndegwa, CEO of Safaricom, added that the partnership aligns with Safaricom’s goal as a digital lifestyle enabler, leveraging its robust 4G and 5G networks and home fibre to bring world-class entertainment directly to Kenyan homes and smartphones.