SECTOR 3 3.8 The state/public broadcaster is technically accessible in the entire country. The state broadcaster is currently working on expanding its coverage nationwide but is confronted with problems relating to the unavailability of electricity in some localities. There is a slight improvement compared to the situation in 2007. As most of the new relay stations are currently being tested or under construction, it is almost impossible to determine if the 100% nationwide coverage objective has actually been reached. The national television has since this year 2009 been accessible via satellite. This provides the opportunity for Beninese residing abroad who have satellite access to follow national events. However, this ambition is restricted given the fact that most satellite packages do not include the national television channel. Private television stations such as Canal3 or LC2 are more accessible abroad in hotels within the West African region. Scores: Individual scores: 1 Country does not meet indicator 2 Country minimally meets aspects of the indicator. 3 Country meets many aspects of indicator but progress may be too recent to judge. 4 Country meets most aspects of indicator. 5 Country meets all aspects of the indicator and has been doing so over time. Average score: 2.8 (2007=2.6) 3.9 The state/public broadcaster offers diverse programming formats for all interests. Efforts continue to be deployed by the national radio to offer diverse programming formats for all interests. The national television is however increasingly developing only one line of thought. The diverse and public debates have been replaced by programmes that often serve to vehicle the viewpoint of the government or that of political groups supporting the ruling party. 102 AFRICAN MEDIA BAROMETER BENIN 2009