The rising cost of cable TV in Africa versus the decreasing income of subscribers (technext24.com)

Their independence from internet connectivity makes them a preferred choice, particularly in regions with unstable internet access and lower digital penetration.

But as these providers continue to grow and expand, the rising cost of subscriptions has continued to bother users.

This is because a fair percentage of the working population earns minimum wage, which is not enough to cover the standard of living in the countries they reside.

For instance, the DStv Premium bouquet is arguably Africas best Cable TV offering.

In a nutshell, watching TV was, and still is the ultimate pastime.

Despite international streaming platforms changing the game, African cable TV remains popular.

Keypoints

• Technext Newsletter
  • Price of cable tv in some African countries
  • DStv
  • GOtv
  • Startimes
  • Nigeria is on the average side despite leading Multichoice subscribers numbers in Africa last year
  • Subscription cost vs cost of living by country
  • Finally