COVID-19: Our response
In times of crisis, we count on radio. Help us get critical COVID-19 information to millions in Africa.
COVID-19: Our response
In times of crisis, we count on radio.
Help us get critical COVID-19
information to millions
in Africa.
Emergency Hotline Service: Developing a COVID call-in service for broadcasters
Farm Radio International has developed a new emergency hotline for broadcasters to find information, leave questions and get answers to pressing information about COVID-19.
Farm Radio International – defining our role in the anti-racism movement
When news of the death of George Floyd at the hands of a white police officer spread, and Black Lives Matter protests took place in many parts of the West and other parts of the world, we took serious thought as an organization. As individuals, we were shocked, angered, and saddened. We reached out to…
Broadcasters support locust response as infestations threaten farmers
Broadcasters in Kenya are serving farmers as they face dual emergencies: the coronavirus pandemic and the ongoing locust infestation.
Bringing listeners on-air, keeping staff out of harm’s way: How Radio Salaki is responding to COVID-19
Radio Salaki in Burkina Faso is taking no chances when it comes to the health of its reporters. They're adapting to COVID-19, and making sure their radio programs do the same.
From wildfires to COVID: the importance of local journalism in emergencies
What covering the 2017 British Columbia wildfires taught me about the importance of local news during an emergency.
Keeping crucial radio stations on air in face of COVID-19
Thanks to additional funding from Canada, Farm Radio International will support broadcasters who provide essential pandemic-related information to remote and rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa.
Ngoundiane FM: Farm Radio’s 1,000th broadcasting partner
Farm Radio International is excited to welcome our 1,000th broadcasting partner to our network: Ngoundiane FM
Watch: Radio journalism in a time of crisis
Listen in to our conversation with radio broadcasters from across Africa about the role of journalism during COVID-19.
Who we are
We are a Canadian charity uniquely focused on using radio to strengthen African farming communities.
Small-scale farmers produce most of the food in Africa, but too often can’t make ends meet. Thankfully, there's a simple and accessible tool that can help them help themselves: RADIO.
The world's most popular mass medium is especially important in rural Africa, where people rely on it for information.
Available to practically everyone and broadcast in local languages, radio has the power to transform lives and whole communities for the better. And, combined with digital technologies, it is more powerful than ever before.
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