Saturday, December 07, 2024

Holiday Surprise as Nickelodeon Opens Up to DStv Compact Subscribers In South Africa

HOLIDAY SURPRISE AS NICKELODEON OPENS UP TO DStv COMPACT SUBSCRIBERS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Nickelodeon Splat Logo (2023 Rebrand)

Get ready for a playful and fun festive season filled with joy, laughter, and one last 25th anniversary hurrah from SpongeBob SquarePants! From 6 December 2024, Nickelodeon (DStv 305) and Nick Jr. (DStv 307) will both be available on DStv Compact permanently, gifting more children and families across South Africa access to the very best in family entertainment.
 
As part of this exciting move, Nickelodeon, the number one entertainment brand for kids, invites everyone to celebrate SpongeBob SquarePants’ 25th anniversary with a festive extravaganza like no other. From exclusive new episodes and Nickelodeon favourites in isiZulu and Afrikaans to Zee Nxumalo’s Amapiano remix of the SpongeBob SquarePants theme-song! This holiday season promises something for everyone.

Nickelodeon (DStv channel 305) December Highlights


Nick Jr. (DStv channel 307) December Highlights


Nick in Your Language Continues to Shine

Nickelodeon’s commitment to inclusivity continues with the Nick in Your Language initiative, offering local language episodes of beloved shows like SpongeBob SquarePants, DORA, Rubble & Crew, Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and PAW Patrol in local languages. Catch these dubbed favourites on Nicktoons (DStv channel 308), weekday mornings at 7:30–9:00, and afternoons at 15:00–16:00.

January 2025: Start the New Year with Nickelodeon and Nick Jr.!


Dance in to the holidays with SpongeBob and Zee Nxumalo

To make this holiday season even more exciting, Nickelodeon has partnered with Amapiano sensation Zee Nxumalo for a special Amapiano remix of the iconic SpongeBob SquarePants theme song, soon to be available on Spotify. Fans can join the #DanceLikeASpongeChallenge on TikTok and be part of the fun.

Follow @Nickelodeon_Africa for more information.

“At Nickelodeon we put kids first and we believe in the power of fun to bring families together. What better time to celebrate fun than during the holidays? As we mark SpongeBob SquarePants’ 25th anniversary, we’re thrilled that Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. content is now accessible to even more families, solidifying our mission to provide inclusive, world-class entertainment.” says Monde Twala, Senior Vice President and General Manager at Paramount Africa.
 
“We’re thrilled to make Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. available to DStv Compact viewers,” says Melusi Sibisi; Acting Head of 3rd Party Channels and Partnerships for the Multichoice Group. “This move underscores our commitment to ensuring that more families across South Africa have access to premium kids’ entertainment. With Nickelodeon’s rich line-up and beloved characters, this holiday season will undoubtedly be one to remember.”
 
This holiday season, Nickelodeon promises a Nicktastic Festive! Soak up the fun! Join SpongeBob, Patrick, the Ninja Turtles, and more as they bring endless joy and adventure to your screens.


DStv Family Expands Kids’ Line-up with Nickelodeon, Nick Jr and DreamWorks

20 August 2025

From 25 August 2025, DStv Family subscribers can look forward to even more fun-filled afternoons as Nickelodeon, Nick Jr, and DreamWorks join the package permanently.

This update is part of DStv’s plan to position Family as South Africa’s home of kids’ entertainment – offering more for households at no extra cost. DStv Family will now include all 14 DStv kids’ channel on live TV, plus even more to download or stream on DStv Stream. Parents can count on trusted, quality programming, while kids enjoy endless adventures and stories to spark their imagination.

“While our broader packaging review remains ongoing, our research shows that Family customers value kids’ content as much as they do local shows and movies,” says Byron du Plessis, CEO at MultiChoice South Africa. “By adding Nickelodeon, Nick Jr, and DreamWorks to the Family package alongside favourites like Cartoonito and Disney Channel, we are making DStv Family the undisputed Home of Kids Entertainment. It is now easier than ever for households to enjoy safe, entertaining, and educational shows that keep children engaged.”

Nickelodeon, Nick Jr and the DreamWorks aren’t just names, they are known in millions of households across South Africa and the globe. Nickelodeon has broadcast across sub‑Saharan Africa since 2008 and remains a mainstay of kids’ programming. Nick Jr launched in 2014 as a dedicated preschool channel in South Africa, complementing Nickelodeon by catering specifically to younger children with carefully curated shows.

Meanwhile, the DreamWorks Channel, known internationally for its high-quality, award-winning animated storytelling like Shrek and Kung Fu Panda, was added to DStv in March 2022.

All DStv customers with a decoder can enjoy DStv Stream at no extra cost. Kids can dive into their favourite shows on a phone, laptop or smart TV while the rest of the family watches on the big screen, giving everyone more ways to watch what they love at the same time. Download and watch capability also allows parents to save on data costs through downloading kids content in areas with free Wi-Fi, including all DStv walk-in centres.

What’s Coming to DStv Family  

On Nickelodeon, weekdays bring the chaotic charm of The Loud House, where Lincoln Loud navigates life with 10 sisters. From 29 September, catch the heartfelt laughs of Wylde Pak, following half-siblings Jack and Lily as navigate their new life together while helping out at their family’s pet business. They explore themes of culture, identity, and evolving family dynamics, supported by their parents and grandmother. The Thundermans Undercover serves up superhero sibling action with Phoebe, Max, and Chloe tackling threats in Secret Shores.

Over on Nick Jr, DORA, a brave and quick-witted seven-year-old Latin American girl, embarks on magical rainforest adventures with her mischievous monkey friend, Boots. And the beloved pups of PAW Patrol are always up for high-energy rescue missions.

On DreamWorks, kids can catch Baddies vs Goodies every Saturday and Sunday throughout August. Here, your heroes are only as good as your villains. Watch as favourite scheming Baddies and heroic Goodies go head-to-head in the ultimate battle of the ages, packed with traps, cunning plans, and rivalries galore. Featuring The Adventures of Puss in Boots, Trolls: The Beat Goes On!, and Home: Adventures of Tip and Oh!.

On Saturdays from 6 September, it’s the Hall of Heroes: a celebration of some of DreamWorks’ biggest theatrical stars, combining special shorts and feature-length stories from hit TV spin-offs. This includes specials from Kung Fu Panda, Shrek, Madagascar, and How to Train Your Dragon.

How to Watch  

Current DStv Family customers will automatically have access to DreamWorks, Nickelodeon and Nick Jr from 25 August – no action needed. New customers can sign up for DStv Family via the DStv website, MyDStv App, or nearest DStv service centre. DStv Family is available from R299 per month.

Customers can also take advantage of the current R499 retail special on the single view decoder available at leading retailers, which has been extended to the end of September.

Don’t miss a moment to keep the kids entertained every day with DStv Family.

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Originally published: December 07, 2024.

Based on an official Paramount Africa press release, courtesy of Hypress Live; H/T: TV with Thinus.
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