Saudi Television Evolution Timeline

Issuance of a ministerial statement by King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (then Crown Prince) to establish television broadcasting in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Launch of the first official black-and-white broadcast of Saudi television from the Riyadh and Jeddah stations, under the name Kingdom Channel.

First color television broadcast of the Kingdom Channel in Makkah al-Mukarramah and Jeddah.

The first color television broadcast of the Kingdom Channel in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah, then Taif and al-Bahah.

First color television broadcast of the Kingdom Channel in Riyadh City.

Inauguration of the Riyadh TV Tower, the current headquarters of Saudi television and one of the landmarks of the Saudi capital, Riyadh.

Expansion of broadcasting to include the launch of the Holy Quran and Prophet's Sunnah Channels from the Two Holy Mosques.

Transformation of Saudi television and Saudi radio into an independent public authority with financial autonomy and legal personality, under the name "Saudi Broadcasting Authority."

Launch of the new identity for Saudi television channels.

Transformation of "al-Ekhbariya" Channel into "al-Ekhbariya Network Company" (a limited liability company).

Launch of the "Thikrayat" Channel as an initiative by the Saudi Broadcasting Authority to showcase timeless Saudi and Arab works.

The Saudi Broadcasting Authority announces the new identity of its television channels.

Launch of the "Saudi Alaan" Channel in conjunction with the ninety-third National Day of the Kingdom, to serve as the official Saudi platform for broadcasting official and entertainment events.