Canal del Congreso Nacional (Canal 20)

The channel Canal del Congreso Nacional was established in 2010. It also has an official YouTube channel, which, however, receives minimal traffic.


Media assets

Television: Canal del Congreso Nacional


State Media Matrix Typology

State-Controlled (SC)


Ownership and governance

The Canal del Congreso Nacional operates solely under the auspices of the Parliament of Honduras, which holds full authority over the appointment of its management team.


Source of funding and budget

Detailed information regarding the financing of Canal del Congreso Nacional remains elusive. Nevertheless, local journalists interviewed in May 2023 assert that the channel is fully bankrolled by the parliament.


Editorial independence

Every channel program is dedicated to showcasing and advocating for the work of the congressmen. No national legislation or independent evaluation/oversight framework has been identified to ensure or safeguard the independence of the Canal del Congreso Nacional.

April 2025