A single platform to access diverse news sources
DStv subscribers across Africa can access news channel from around the world on one platform. Accessing different viewpoint is as simple as clicking a button on a remote.
Whilst many might only think of DStv as an entertainment platform and the home of SuperSport, subscribers can also access 21 news channels, representing a range of different viewpoints on the issues of the day.
In 2017, fake news was named the word of the year by Collins Dictionary, noting that the usage of the term increased by 365% since 2016. Remaining informed and in-the-know on topical issues, has become a challenge for the average man on the street. Access to reliable news has never been more crucial.
The news channel selection encompasses internationally renowned channels such as BBC World News and CNN International, regional channels such as Al Jazeera and local channels such as eNCA, Newzroom Afrika and SABC News. A number of foreign-language and African-centred news channels are also available.
This is the complete list of news channel on DStv:
- BBC World News (Channel 400)
- CNN International (Channel 401)
- Sky News (Channel 402)
- eNCA (Channel 403)
- SABC News (Channel 404)
- Newzroom Afrika (Channel 405)
- Al Jazeera (Channel 406)
- Russia Today (Channel 407)
- Parliamentary Service (Channel 408)
- CGTN (Channel 409)
- CNBC Africa (Channel 410)
- Bloomberg TV (Channel 411)
- Business Day TV (412)
- NDTV 24x7 (Channel 413)
- EuroNews Africa (Channel 414)
- Arise News (Channel 416)
- Africa News (Channel 417)
- RAI International (Channel 430)
- NHK World (Channel 431)
- RTPI (Channel 435)
- TV5 Monde Afrique (Channel 437)
These news channels offer in-depth and well-researched coverage of local, regional and global events. They cover various topics including local developments, global affairs, politics, economic trends, health crisis’, cultural movements and more. Each has seasoned journalists stationed around the world. They have worked hard to maintain their credibility, accuracy and impartiality with millions of viewers worldwide.
By aggregating content from diverse, credible sources, DStv empowers its subscribers with the information they need to critically analyse the news coverage of the day to form their own opinions.
The importance of diverse perspectives in combatting fake news
Whilst one single source might be biased or carry a specific viewpoint on a particular topic, being able to access news from different parts of the world showcases a broad spectrum of opinions, analysis, and reportage. Whether it’s a report on climate change, geopolitical tensions, or economic crisis’, hearing how various parts of the globe interpret these issues is invaluable.
Exposure to international news fosters a more nuanced understanding of global affairs and reduces the risk of a singular narrative dominating public opinion.
The perspectives from the channels on DStv ranges from Africa, Middle East, Asia, Europe and America, amplifying voices from different continents, cultures, and political systems.
In recent years, the explosion of social media and user-generated content has created an ecosystem where fake news can spread rapidly, sometimes with dangerous consequences. False information about health, politics, and societal issues has the potential to mislead people, sow division, and even incite violence. The rise of "clickbait" journalism and conspiracy theories has made it harder for people to distinguish credible reporting from sensationalism.
As people increasingly seek information on current news events, they need a trusted source that not only reports the facts but also places them in context, analysing events from multiple angles.
This is precisely what DStv provides—news that is not only comprehensive but also balanced, provided by globally respected outlets.
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