DStv has been named the Most Admired African Media Brand in the 2025 edition of the Brand Africa 100 | Africa’s Best Brands rankings. DStv has also been inducted into the Brand Africa Hall of Fame.
Founded in 1995, DStv has grown from a digital satellite pioneer into a central player in Africa’s media evolution. Over three decades, the platform has championed local content creation, invested in African talent, and transformed storytelling on the continent building a reputation as both a cultural driver and technological innovator.
“This honour reflects the incredible journey we’ve taken with our audiences across Africa,” said Calvo Mawela, Group CEO of MultiChoice. “Being named Africa’s most admired media brand and joining the Brand Africa Hall of Fame is not just a celebration of where we’ve come from—it’s a reaffirmation of where we’re going. Our commitment to local storytelling, cultural authenticity, and innovation remains stronger than ever.”
The Brand Africa 100 survey is the continent’s most comprehensive study on brand admiration. It draws on independent consumer research conducted across more than 30 African countries, covering over 85% of Africa’s population and GDP. The 2025 edition included over 150,000 brand mentions and identified nearly 6,000 unique brands, with the rankings compiled through collaboration between research partners GeoPoll, Kantar, Integrate, and Analysis.
DStv’s induction to the Hall of Fame puts it among a select group of African brands that have shaped the continent’s global identity.
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