StarTimes to reduce subscription price by September 1

StarTimes, a leading digital TV in Africa has announced the planned reduction in subscription fee for its classic bouquet.

In a statement signed by Kunmi Balogun, the company’s public relations manager, the classic bouquet which is priced at N2,600 will be N1,900 as from September 1 and will come with the inclusion of channels like Ebony Life TV, ST Nollywood Plus and Fox and ST Kids.

The pay-tv company has also declared a one-month free access for all its subscribers starting from August 1 to 31 on all decoders irrespective of subscription status to ensure customers have access to its new channels, available on the classic bouquet.

Balogun said, “Starting from September 1, all StarTimes subscribers will enjoy more entertainment for less with the addition of new entertainment, movies and kiddie’s channels. We are aware of the economic challenges faced by many Nigerians and have resolved to allow them to watch all our new channels for free this August and reduce our subscription rate come September 1. “This reinforces our commitment to ensuring that our customers enjoy the best for less,” he added.

Balogun also reiterated the company’s desire to enrich the lives of its customers across the various territories where it operates.

“We are constantly looking for new ways of delivering more value to our customers with the best local and international entertainment. We want to do our bit with this offering. While others are increasing prices, we find ways to lower ours to ensure customer satisfaction.”

StarTimes serves nearly 20 million users with a signal covering the whole of Africa and a massive distribution network of 200 brand halls, 3,000 convenience stores and 5,000 distributors.

StarTimes owns a featured content platform, with 480 authorized channels consisting of news, movies, series, sports, entertainment, children’s programs, etc with a vision to ensure that every African family can access, afford, watch and share the beauty of digital TV.