South African IPTV channels: SABC, e.tv, kykNET and SuperSport in one app
From the SABC News bulletin to Mzansi Magic's evening line-up and a Saturday of rugby: watch local channels next to BBC, CNN and Discovery in HD to 4K, with catch-up, an EPG and no VPN.
Streaming South African TV over the internet
Most South Africans have more than one channel they can't do without: the 7pm news, a soapie that the whole house follows, and sport on the weekend. With South African IPTV channels, all of that reaches your TV over your fibre, ADSL or LTE line. There's no dish to mount, no decoder to wire up and no wait for an installer.
Satellite TV such as DStv, OpenView or StarSat uses a dish and a decoder, and streaming apps like Showmax focus on on-demand viewing. With Best IPTV South Africa you use the internet connection you already have, choose a plan of 1, 3, 6 or 12 months, and play every channel in the app you prefer. For the bigger picture, see our page on IPTV in South Africa.
LocalFree-to-air and news channels
The public broadcaster and the big commercial channel are the backbone of most TV evenings from Polokwane to East London. SABC on IPTV means SABC 1, SABC 2 and SABC 3, plus SABC News. Add e.tv and eExtra, and for rolling news eNCA and Newzroom Afrika.
LocalSouth African entertainment
For local drama, reality TV and Afrikaans programming, these are the channels people ask about most. Mzansi Magic, Moja Love and 1Magic carry popular local series, while kykNET is the home of Afrikaans dramas, music and entertainment.
SuperSport and live sport for South African fans
Sport is the main reason many people look for a new way to watch TV. Rugby supporters want the Springboks and the URC, football fans want the Betway Premiership and the Premier League, and in summer cricket takes over. With the SuperSport channels and ESPN in the line-up, these competitions sit in one place.
| Sport | What South African fans follow |
|---|---|
| Rugby | Springboks in the Rugby Championship, the URC with the Stormers, Bulls, Sharks and Lions, and the Currie Cup |
| Football | Betway Premiership with Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, Bafana Bafana, Premier League and Champions League |
| Cricket | The Proteas and the SA20 |
| Motorsport & fight | Formula 1, boxing and UFC |
Anti-freeze servers are built for steady playback during big matches, when a large part of the country switches on at the same time. For the best result on match day, connect your TV box by network cable and allow about 10 Mbps for HD or 25 Mbps for 4K.
International channels next to your local favourites
South African households have always mixed local and international TV: world news from the BBC, Sky News and CNN, documentaries on Discovery and National Geographic, and Cartoon Network for the kids. These channels are included in the same subscription, so nobody in the house has to give up their programme.
Plus thousands more international channels and 79,500+ films and series on demand.
Catch-up, EPG and picture quality
Missed it? Catch up
The news already aired or the match finished late? Catch-up is available for many channels: pick a past programme in the guide and play it when it suits you.
Electronic programme guide
The EPG shows what's on SABC 1, e.tv or kykNET now and next. In TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro you can build a favourites list with just your South African channels.
HD, FHD and 4K
Depending on the channel and your line, you stream in HD, Full HD or 4K. With up to 4 devices at once, the lounge can watch rugby while a film plays in the bedroom.
South African channels on every device
You don't need new hardware. Install an IPTV app on your TV or streaming stick, enter your login details and all channels are ready. Your details are delivered right after payment.
Works with IPTV Smarters Pro, TiviMate, IBO Player, Smart IPTV, GSE Smart IPTV and VLC. Step-by-step instructions are in our IPTV setup guide, and if you're choosing hardware, read about the right IPTV box for South Africa.
Every channel, one plan
SABC, e.tv, Mzansi Magic, kykNET, SuperSport and international channels together, in HD to 4K, for 1 to 4 devices. Choose 1, 3, 6 or 12 months.
South African IPTV channels: FAQ
Which South African channels are included in the IPTV subscription?
Free-to-air and news channels include SABC 1, SABC 2, SABC 3, SABC News, e.tv, eExtra, eNCA and Newzroom Afrika. For entertainment there are Mzansi Magic, Moja Love, 1Magic and kykNET, and for sport the SuperSport channels. In total the service offers 19,900+ live channels and 79,500+ films and series.
Can I watch SABC and e.tv on my Smart TV with IPTV?
Yes. SABC 1, SABC 2, SABC 3 and e.tv play through an IPTV app on Samsung and LG Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Android TV and Android boxes, Apple TV, a MAG box or Formuler. Suitable apps include IPTV Smarters Pro, TiviMate and IBO Player.
Are SuperSport channels included for rugby, PSL and cricket?
Yes, SuperSport channels for PSL, Premier League, rugby, cricket and variety sport are part of the line-up, together with ESPN. That lets you follow the Springboks, the URC, the Betway Premiership, the Proteas and the SA20 in one subscription.
Do catch-up and the EPG work for South African channels?
Catch-up and an electronic programme guide (EPG) are available for many channels. In apps such as TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro you see what is on now and next, and you can go back to programmes you missed.
How much does IPTV with South African channels cost, and can I test it first?
Plans start from under R250 a month, and it works out to about R110 a month on the 12-month plan. You can choose 1, 3, 6 or 12 months and 1 to 4 devices at the same time. Before buying, you can request a free test to check the channel line-up.