What to stream on DStv Compact in July 2025

We’ve reached the second half of the year and there’s plenty to look forward to this month. From series and movies to live sports and children’s shows for the school holidays, we’ve got entertainment for everyone.

For sports fans, catch the FIFA Club World Cup and CONCACAF Gold Cup finals.  With two extra streams added to your Compact subscription, you don’t have to miss out on the action on the SuperSport channels. 

For R49, you can ADD Movies to your subscription where four extra movie channels are added to your current package: M-Net Movies 1, M-Net Movies 2, SonyMax and ZeeCinema. T&Cs apply.

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DStv Compact top 10 for July 2025

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Lose It Or Lose Me

What happens when your partner gives you the harshest ultimatum: Lose the weight or lose me! This reality show follows three courageous people; Mixon “Tsekeleke” Tholo, Maletsats Otukilei, and Nonhlanhla Shabangu who are facing a life-changing crossroads. With expert guidance from a registered dietitian, accountability coach, fitness trainers, and mental health professionals, they confront the emotional, physical, and psychological hurdles of transformation.

Stream from Tuesday, 8 July at 8PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161

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Tyler Perry's Sistas

In the drama series, Atlanta’s group of friends: Andi, Karen, Danni, Sabrina, and Fatima navigate the challenges of love and careers. This season, they deepen their friendship. However, unexpected revelations threaten the close-knit group.

Stream from Tuesday, 29 July at 9PM on BET Channel 129

Izinkomo Zamalobolo

Hosted by Polelo Mthombeni, this reality show delves into lobolo disputes, where families seek reimbursement due to breaches of traditional marriage agreements. Each episode serves as a platform for mediation, accountability, and cultural reflection.

Stream from Saturday, 6 July at 9PM on Moja Love Channel 157

Super Mega Cakes

Duff Goldman and his talented team from Charm City Cakes go head-to-head with six of the nation’s top cake artists in a high-stakes competition to create the most extraordinary, themed cakes. The results? Stunning, lifelike masterpieces crafted entirely from cake, complete with intricate details and interactive features.

Stream from Wednesday, 9 July at 5PM on Food Network Channel 175

Mini Reni

Renowned for her large-scale renovations, Joanna Gaines shifts focus to a series of smaller, fast-paced projects. In each episode, she brings thoughtful, creative touches to compact spaces—proving that even small changes can make a big impact.

Stream from Saturday, 26 July at 10PM on HGTV Channel 177

Married At First Sight Mzansi

In this bold social experiment, a group of singles put their trust in a team of relationship experts to find them a perfect match. Without meeting beforehand, they agree to marry their chosen partner—meeting for the very first time at the altar on their wedding day.

Stream from Sunday, 6 July at 6:30PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161

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016FM

To save their beloved Vaal community radio station from shutting down, two very different DJs gear up for a fierce live on-air showdown. Their battle aims to win back listeners and advertisers, but they’re unaware a secretive syndicate has infiltrated the station.

Stream from Monday, 7 July at 8PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161

24 in 24: Last Chef Standing

Twenty-four chefs compete in a grueling 24-hour nonstop cooking marathon, tackling 24 unique challenges to win their largest single-day prize ever. Hosted by Michael Symon and Esther Choi, the chefs work through eight back-to-back shifts, each designed to test a different culinary skill. Racing against the clock with no rest, they push themselves to the limit for a chance to claim the $50,000 grand prize.

Stream from Wednesday, 9 July at 5PM on Food Network Channel 175

Down Home Fab

Chelsea and Cole DeBoer embark on an exciting new chapter, growing their design business and launching their own store. As they tackle client renovations and business challenges, they navigate this demanding phase together, balancing creativity with the realities of entrepreneurship.

Stream from Saturday, 17 July at 9PM on HGTV Channel 177

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