Television in Sudan

[2] Sudan has 18 terrestrial channels, just one of which, Blue Nile TV, is not wholly state-owned.

[1] Sudan TV stations are restricted by a military censor to ensure that the news do not contradict official views and perceived cultural values.

[2][3] Satellite dishes are common in affluent areas and pan-Arab television stations are popular.

[2] In addition to domestic and satellite TV services, there was a subscription cable network, which directly rebroadcast uncensored foreign news and other programs.

[2] The bureau chief went to prison, but Al-Jazeera subsequently reopened the office.