State-owned television stations in Sudan, like Sudan TV, are heavily controlled by the government. Sudan TV, which includes two channels, falls under the ambit of the Sudan National Broadcasting Corporation (SNBC) and is the main purveyor of government messaging. Its programming includes news, prayers, Quran recitation and a variety of entertainment, such as children’s programmes, talent contests, dramas and documentaries. A military censor works with Sudan TV to ensure the programmes reflect the government’s policies.

There are, however, a number of other television stations in the country using the Nilesat satellite, a free-to-air analogue service. Some viewers who own satellite receivers are currently migrating to the digital video broadcasting satellite second generation (DVB-S2) system.

Sudania 24 TV, a private station, hosts entertainment shows and live interviews with musicians. Blue Nile TV, Omdurman TV and Al-Shuruq, meanwhile, are other popular stations but with more political and current affairs content.

More recently, channels like Sudan Bukra have become a staple in many households for providing quality programming around the clock that is generally regarded as unbiased and uncensored. Amid the internet and cellular network shutdowns that have occurred since the April 2023 conflict in Sudan, people have turned to the channel for unbiased information. Aside from news, the work of young Sudanese creators and artists is aired. Cultural programming includes music from different parts of Sudan, and the channel is known for promoting shared values and democratic principles.