StarTimes Kenya Packages & Channels 2026| Full Guide

by | Last updated Mar 24, 2026

StarTimes Kenya channels and Prices, offices and contacts, change package, pay via MPesa

StarTimes Kenya is a TV service provider offering affordable satellite and antenna TV packages, making it one of the top choices for live sports channels, movies, and entertainment in Kenya. You can easily subscribe and pay for StarTimes through
M-Pesa, ON app or visiting a StarTimes office near you.

StarTimes has two types of decoders in Kenya: DHT (Direct To Home) and DTT (Digital Terrestrial Television).

If you are using a satellite dish with a satellite decoder to receive StarTimes TV channels, then you are using the DTH technology.

See also: Showmax Kenya Packages, Prices, and How to Register

Startimes DHT decoder

Startimes DHT (Satellite) decoder

Startimes aerial decoder (DTT)

Startimes Antenna (DTT) decoder

On the other hand, if your decoder only requires an aerial to receive the Nyota, Basic, and Classic packages, then it is a DTT decoder.

The aerial decoder is currently available for Ksh. 1,699 plus a one-month free classic bouquet. The satellite full kit is available for KSh. 3,499 and comes with a one-month free super bouquet subscription when you add KSh 500. It’s renewable at Ksh. 1,799 per month.

The StarTimes satellite kit includes a combo decoder, a satellite dish, and a coaxial cable.

The combo decoder alone goes for KSh. 2,000 at various leading supermarket outlets and StarTimes offices countrywide. The combo decoder can use a TV aerial and a satellite dish.

On the other hand, the aerial decoder alone (without an antenna or cable) currently goes for KSh 1,500. You can add an additional Ksh 500 to get an initial classic bouquet subscription, renewable at KSh 1,149 per month.

Remember, prices may change at any time; therefore, check with the local distributor for the latest costs.

StarTimes Kenya offers live premium sports channels like Bundesliga, RSL and COPPA Italia, to kids’ entertainment, movies, news and documentaries. But the channels vary with each package.

StarTimes Kenya has 3 packages for Satellite subscribers and 4 packages for antenna subscribers.

See also: GOTV Kenya Packages, Channels and Prices

Satellite TV Packages:

Here are the StarTimes satellite decoder packages and how much you pay per month for each package:

  • Nova Package: Ksh. 549
  • Smart Package: Ksh. 1,199
  • Super Package: Ksh. 1,799
  • Chinese Package: Ksh. 2,300

See StarTimes Nova Bouquet Channels and Price.

Antenna TV Packages:

The StarTimes aerial decoder offers the following monthly subscription packages:

Package Price per Month Number of Channels
StarTimes Nyota Ksh. 329 35+
StarTimes Basic Ksh. 749 56+
StarTimes Classic Ksh. 1,149 75+

If you want to access additional kids’ channels on Nyota and Basic bouquets, you can pay an extra KSh. 150 on top of your normal monthly subscription. This grants you access to all the kids’ channels on your StarTimes aerial decoder.

StarTimes Weekly Subscription Charges

StarTimes no longer offers daily subscriptions. However, you can opt to pay for a weekly subscription instead, as shown below:

  • Nyota bouquet: Ksh. 110
  • Basic bouquet: Ksh. 260
  • Classic bouquet: Ksh. 400
  • Nova bouquet: Ksh. 190
  • Smart bouquet: Ksh. 420
  • Super bouquet: Ksh. 600

StarTimes Packages Channel List

StarTimes Nyota

Nyota is the most affordable package and comes with over 35 channels in addition to all available free-to-air channels in Kenya. Here are the channels under this package:

  1. ST Zone
  2. ST Sino Drama
  3. E-Stars
  4. ST KungFu
  5. ST Swahili
  6. ST Sports Focus
  7. CGTN News
  8. Al Jazeera
  9. Jim Jam
  10. Elimu TV
  11. God TV
  12. AMC Movies
  13. Border TV
  14. Rembo TV
  15. KBC
  16. NTV Kenya
  17. K24
  18. KTN Home
  19. Citizen TV
  20. PPP TV
  21. MBCI
  22. Ebru Africa
  23. Sanyuka
  24. Btv

StarTimes Kenya Basic Package Channels

The Startimes basic bouquet has more sports channels than the Nyota bouquet. The basic package has these channels in addition to all the local free-to-air stations:

  1. ST Zone
  2. ST Sino Drama
  3. E-Stars
  4. ST KungFu
  5. ST Swahili
  6. AMC Movies
  7. PBO
  8. TNT Africa
  9. Rembo TV
  10. Border TV
  11. Zee One
  12. Mambo TV
  13. TV 3
  14. Novela E
  15. Star Life
  16. ST Bollywood
  17. Zee BollyMovies
  18. Zee Cinema
  19. TDC
  20. ST Bongo
  21. BTV
  22. ST Sports Focus
  23. ST Sports Arena
  24. ST Sports Life
  25. Real Madrid
  26. ESPN
  27. MUTV
  28. God TV
  29. Emmanuel TV
  30. Trace Mziki
  31. Trace Africa
  32. Jim Jam
  33. ST Kids
  34. Toonami
  35. Da Vinci
  36. Elimu TV
  37. Kartoon
  38. CGTN News
  39. Al Jazeera
  40. CNC World
  41. BBC World News
  42. Sky News
  43. Nat Geo Wild
  44. CGTN Documentary
  45. KBC
  46. NTV Kenya
  47. K24
  48. KTN Home
  49. Citizen TV
  50. PPP TV
  51. MBCI
  52. Ebru Africa
  53. FilmBox Action
  54. CBS Reality
  55. CBS Justice
  56. Sanyuka
  57. ST Afrik
  58. West Nile
  59. Kasi Music
  60. Makula
  61. Rise
  62. Passion Bollywood
  63. Bliss TV
  64. TBN Yetu
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A family enjoying cartoon shows together.

StarTimes Classic

The classic package is the highest premium package, with over 60 premium TV channels, plus local free-to-air stations.

  1. ST Zone
  2. ST Sino Drama
  3. E-Stars
  4. ST Kungfu
  5. ST Swahili
  6. ST Movie Plus
  7. FilmBox Action
  8. ST Nollywood
  9. AMC Movies
  10. ST Novela E
  11. Star Life
  12. ST Bollywood
  13. Zee BollyMovies
  14. Zee Cinema
  15. ST Novela E Plus
  16. ST Bongo
  17. PBO
  18. Zee One
  19. Rembo TV
  20. TNT Africa
  21. TDC
  22. Border TV
  23. Mambo TV
  24. TV 3
  25. BTV
  26. ST Sports Focus
  27. ST Sports Arena
  28. ST Sports Premium
  29. ST Sports Life
  30. World Football
  31. W Sport
  32. Real Madrid
  33. ESPN
  34. ESPN 2
  35. MUTV
  36. CGTN News
  37. BBC World News
  38. CNC World
  39. Aljazeera
  40. Fox News
  41. Sky News
  42. God TV
  43. Emmanuel TV
  44. Trace Mziki
  45. Trace Africa
  46. ST Kids
  47. Toonami
  48. Da Vinci
  49. Baby TV
  50. Jim Jam
  51. Kartoon
  52. Elimu TV
  53. National Geographic Channel
  54. Nat Geo Wild
  55. E!
  56. CGTN Documentary
  57. KBC
  58. NTV Kenya
  59. K24
  60. MBCI
  61. KTN Home
  62. Ebru Africa
  63. Citizen TV
  64. PPP TV
  65. CBS Reality
  66. CBS Justice
  67. Sanyuka
  68. ST Afrik
  69. West Nile
  70. Kasi Music
  71. Makula
  72. Rise
  73. Passion Bollywood
  74. ST Mania
  75. Bliss TV
  76. BETA Sports
  77. Colors
  78. TBN Yetu

Startimes Kids’ Channels

The young and the young at heart can get access to the following kids’ channels on StarTimes TV:

Startimes Kids Channels

Startimes kids channels

  1. Elimu TV
  2. ST Kids
  3. JimJam
  4. Kartoon
  5. Toonami
  6. DaVinci Kids
  7. Akili Kids
  8. CBeebies
  9. Mindset Learn
  10. Canal J

Startimes gives you the option of accessing the above children’s channels by paying an extra Ksh. 150 on your Nyota or basic package.

How to Subscribe and Pay StarTimes Package

To pay StarTimes via MPesa paybill:

  • Go to MPesa menu and select Lipa na Mpesa
  • Select Pay bill and enter the StarTimes business number 585858
  • Enter your StarTimes Smart Card number as the Account number
  • Enter the amount of the package you want to pay
  • Enter your Mpesa pin and send
  • You will receive text messages from Mpesa and StarTimes confirming the transaction

Find other ways of paying StarTimes here: How to Pay Your StarTimes Subscription Via MPesa.

How to Change StarTimes Bouquet by Phone

You can upgrade or downgrade your StarTimes package through the selfcare USSD code *858# on Safaricom and Airtel lines.

Follow the instructions in this article: How to Change StarTimes Package, Upgrade or Downgrade. Ensure you have your decoder Smart Card Number before initiating the switch.

StarTimes Kenya Customer Care Contacts

For issues concerning StarTimes services, you can contact customer care through the mobile number 0719077077. StarTimes Offices (Headquarters) are located at Victoria Towers, Kilimanjaro Road, Ground floor,  Upper Hill, Opposite Crown Plaza.

You can also get assistance through the StarTimes self-care USSD code *858# available on Safaricom and Airtel networks. You can also visit a StarTimes office near you for further assistance.

The StarTimes ON app available on Google Play is another option that can help you get access to services like switching between packages and paying for your subscription. You can also link your decoder with the app and stream your favourites shows anywhere.

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55 Comments

  1. Alex

    I am your customer but ita difficult. to get to you. . have paid 320 for smart kindly. check its for how long. was paying for one week. decorder.. no 01713335443

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Kindly contact StarTimes customer care on 0719077077 to assist you

      Reply
  2. Jane

    Do they really answer? It seems permanently engaged

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Hi Jane. They answer. Perhaps it’s a technical hitch.

      Reply
      • Samson maina

        I have forgotten my smart card number and I want to pay for your services

        Reply
  3. Irene

    How can i use coupon

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Kindly use the StarTimes app for quick self-service actions like recharge and live chat with customer care.

      Reply
  4. Felix

    Channel 57 & 79 lost, two wks now

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Kindly contact Startimes customer care on 0719077077 for assistance.

      Reply
  5. Dorcad

    Is there Edu Channel on the Startimes satellite Dish?

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Yes. Edu Channel is among the local TV stations present on StarTimes Dish service

      Reply
  6. Ken Majanga

    Is there BTV on Nyota bouquet?

    Reply
  7. Abdinoor

    Hi
    Can I get somali channels in star times
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Startimes does not have Somali channels apart from those available in free to air channels like STN.Try Zuku tv services instead. Zuku have some Somali channels.

      Reply
  8. kelvin

    which bouqet supports europa league?

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Go for the highest bouquet to benefit from premium sport channels.

      Reply
  9. Paul oduor

    I want to pay my bro’s decorder, account no.02133798082 and its been lying unused for long..will it be activated to viewing?

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Yes startimes does not deactivate dormant accounts. You can contact customer care on 0719077077 for queries regarding reactivation or change of bouquet.

      Reply
  10. Paul oduor

    Activate account;02133798082

    Reply
  11. Mercy Ochieng

    Some channels are not showing like AMC and Nollywood and if I pay 90shiloings for a day at 1am what time will it end????

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Please call startimes customer care on 0719077077 to be assisted.

      Reply
  12. Kipkemoi collins

    I want to watch Europe which daily pages could I paid

    Reply
  13. Josh

    I have two decorders… One shows local channels without being paid… And the other…one until I pay that’s when it starts to show things on screen whats what’s the problem

    Reply
  14. Peter Alambo

    my decoder error:OxCO2C0005……

    Reply
  15. Catherine kendi

    Is their any daily subscription in startimes decorder??and if their is any how much is it for all the packages in satellite dish(each).

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Hi Catherine, check out this:
      – Nyota bouquet: 25/= per day, 100/= per week
      – Basic bouquet: 60/= per day, 220/= per week
      – Classic bouquet: 85/= per day, 340/= per week

      Read more at Jitimu: List of StarTimes Kenya Packages and Channels 2021 https://www.jitimu.com/?p=506

      Reply
      • Judy Kagure

        I piad 60bob yesterday ,it didn’t work,can help me plizz

        Reply
  16. ALPHONSE

    We need to access french channels. We want you give us french bouquets here in Kenya. French communities are here. Why do you give us only English bouquets?
    We need also french bouquets.
    Thanks for your good understanding.

    Reply
  17. Rose

    Am paying for classic bouquet but I only get 20 channels why is that???

    Reply
    • Furidah

      Can i watch New Life Tv on startimes

      Reply
  18. maurineluta

    Startimes is the worst…i can’t believe am not getting assistance yet after calling them severally

    Reply
  19. Benson

    Why is Ramogi TV not anywhere among your channels?

    Reply
  20. Mercy rono

    I paid for Classic bouquet and l linked my phone to my decorder but am no longer able to download previous programs on my star time app what is the problem?

    Reply
  21. Jacques

    Hi, what is the difference between the dish and the aerial decoder in terms of signal quality, programme quantity, etc?

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Hi, satellite decoder is hd hence better signal quality. It also has a little bit more stations, although more expensive. The satellite decoder (combo) can work with a tv aerial to receive same satellite channels.

      Aerial decoder has poor video quality although cheaper. The classic package has most channels including all sports channels.

      Reply
  22. Maina

    Hello have combo decorder but I am unable to change the package

    Reply
  23. Samuel

    Can someone give me his or her decoder for me to use?

    Reply
  24. Thomas Njoroge

    Av not used startimes for some long time, how can I activate an start again

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Hi, please use the startimes ussd code *858# to change or update decoder.

      Reply
  25. Nicholas Kurui

    Can I watch Mwangaza tv on startimes?

    Reply
    • Ezekiel Ochami

      Yes its available as free to air on the aerial decoder.

      Reply
  26. Manoti

    I have paid for basic but you people are not upgrading me 01801731993

    Reply
    • Ezekiel M.

      Hi Manoti. Kindly contact Startimes customer care on +254 719077077.

      Reply
  27. Joshua kadenge

    Have paid for a daily subscription buh nothing yet!

    Reply
  28. Felox

    Is there maisha magic Swahili and east on basic bouquet?

    Reply
    • Ezekiel M.

      Those are Gotv and dstv channels.

      Reply
  29. Everlyne

    I’m wondering mbona mnasema classic bouquet iwe 999 na hakuna channels za kutosha.Currently in Nakuru

    Reply
  30. David muema

    Which European league is in startime decorder

    Reply
  31. Gabriel

    What is the daily fees/weekly fees for smart bouquet in star times dish decoder

    Reply
  32. James

    Can I watch WET tv by Ev. Ezekiel on Startimes

    Reply
    • Ezekiel M.

      All local free to air TV channels can be accessed on Startimes.

      Reply
  33. Alfred manyonge

    I paid my startimes package on a wrong decoder what can do for te refund

    Reply

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