RTVD marks 74 years of broadcasting with modernization push

Radio Televisión Dominicana (RTVD), the Dominican Republic's first television channel, celebrates 74 years of broadcasting on August 1, 2026. Under director general Iván Ruiz, the state broadcaster has undergone a major technological and programmatic transformation over the past four years, supported by President Luis Abinader's government Source: Listín Diario.

Key achievements

• Technological milestones: RTVD produced "Trinitarios," the first national history animation series using motion capture, and the original drama "La Familia Espejo," which premieres its second season on August 23 Source: Diario Libre.
• Awards and recognition: "TopiTok" won the Soberano Award for Best Children's Program twice and was nominated for the TAL Awards; "El Mangú de la Mañana" received three Soberano nominations and one TAL nomination; "Trinitarios" earned two international TAL nominations in 2024 Source: Listín Diario.
• Official broadcaster: RTVD serves as the official channel for the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games, currently underway until August 8 Source: Diario Libre.

Training and legacy

RTVD has historically functioned as an artistic academy. The creation of the Instituto RTVD has produced 497 graduates across 17 technical disciplines certified by INFOTEP, including TV hosting, digital journalism, and AI Source: Listín Diario. Ruiz emphasized the channel's commitment to innovative, value-driven programming and public communication that highlights Dominican identity Source: Diario Libre.

Both sources report identical facts, with no disagreements noted. The anniversary will be marked by a floral offering at the Altar de la Patria on August 3 Source: Listín Diario.