Kanal 5 is one of Macedonia’s leading commercial broadcasters, with a national audience and a schedule that balances news, entertainment and sport. This guide looks at the kind of programming Kanal 5 is known for and how to watch it.

News and information

Daily news bulletins are a core part of Kanal 5’s schedule, covering national politics, the economy and international affairs. The channel’s news brand is a familiar reference point for viewers following current events in the country.

Entertainment and primetime

In the evenings and at weekends, Kanal 5 leans on entertainment: domestic formats, popular international series and feature films, typically subtitled or dubbed into Macedonian. This mix has helped the channel build a broad, loyal audience.

Sport and special events

Kanal 5 has carried sport and major live events over the years, adding to its appeal as a general-entertainment channel for the whole household.

How to watch Kanal 5

Kanal 5 broadcasts in Macedonian and is free-to-air nationally. To watch live online, use the channel’s official website or app, or a licensed cable, IPTV or satellite provider. Viewers abroad can often access it through licensed diaspora IPTV packages. Because the line-up changes seasonally, the channel’s official program page is the best place to confirm what is on today. See our Kanal 5 channel guide for more.