Netflix hikes South African subscription by almost 20%
The News: Netflix increases subscription prices in South Africa, affecting Standard, Premium, and Mobile plans The Basic plan remains unchanged at R99 ($5.40) per month, offering a cost-effective alternative Price hike follows over R4 billion ($219 million) in local content investments since 2021
Netflix has quietly raised subscription fees for South African users, marking its second price hike since entering the South African market in 2016. The move affects three of its four plans and is already in effect for new customers. Existing subscribers will see the new charges reflected in upcoming billing cycles.
The most significant change comes to the Mobile plan, which increased by 20% from R49 ($2.67) to R59 ($3.21) per month—its first adjustment since the plan launched. The Standard plan moves from R159 ($8.70) to R179 ($9.78), while the Premium plan jumps from R199 ($10.87) to R229 ($12.53). Only the Basic plan, priced at R99 ($5.40), remains unchanged.
Although Netflix has not issued a detailed statement on the latest increase, past price hikes have been attributed to efforts to improve service quality and expand its content library. This time, the hike appears to align with the company’s ongoing commitment to the South African market, where it has reportedly spent over R4 billion ($219 million) on local film and television productions between 2021 and 2024.
The timing of this adjustment is also notable. Unlike previous hikes that coincided with broader economic volatility, this change arrives amid a relatively stable economic backdrop. South Africa’s inflation rate stood at 3.2% in February 2025, suggesting that rising operational costs aren’t the main driver.
Netflix has increased its subscription fees in South Africa. Mobile, Standard, and Premium plans see hikes, while Basic stays at R99. | Source: Techpoint Africa
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