Amy Fraser4 April 2025 | 10:39

Google increases YouTube Premium prices in South Africa by 36%

Your leisurely streaming just got pricier.

Google increases YouTube Premium prices in South Africa by 36%

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Google is raising the prices of its YouTube Premium and YouTube Music subscriptions in South Africa by up to 36%.

The new rates are already in effect for new users while existing subscribers will see the updated charges begin on their next billing cycle in June 2025.

Changes in pricing:

  • YouTube Music individual plans: increase from R59.99 to R64.99
  • YouTube Music family plans: increase from R89.99 to R99.99
  • YouTube Premium individual plans: increase from R71.99 to R81.99
  • YouTube Premium Family: increase from R109.99 to R149.99