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The impact of COVID-19 on women in Sierra Leone and the role the media can play
Learn about the connection between gender and COVID-19 in Sierra Leone and the role that the media can play in providing accurate public health information tailored to women.
Read MoreChanging beliefs about the COVID-19 vaccine: From the pulpit to the broadcasting studio
Learn how religious and community leaders and radio broadcasters are dispelling COVID-19 vaccine myths in sub-Saharan Africa with the help of health experts.
Read MoreCOVID-19: Radio keeps farmers and families fed
For farmers like Junmai Emmanuel, radio has proven a lifeline during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a path to food security.
Read MoreThe “Best Husband” contest: Encouraging men to take part in the health of mothers and children
The Best Husband Contest raises awareness about the role of men in the maternal, child and newborn health
Read MoreOur work on COVID-19: A glimpse so far
In the four months since Farm Radio’s work on COVID-19 began, we’ve connected more than 1,500 broadcasters with key supports so they can serve their communities during this pandemic.
Read MoreEmergency 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.
Read MoreBringing 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.
Read MoreSupporting radio journalism in the time of COVID-19
Farm Radio International is supporting African broadcasters in reaching rural audiences with critical information about COVID-19
Read MoreI lost 15 chickens, but radio programs renewed my hope
Every time Modesta Joseph Masanyiwa tried to raise chickens, she would lose almost all of them due to an outbreak of epidemic diseases. This all changed when she started giving her chickens preventive vaccines.
Read MoreRadio: A powerful force in addressing gender inequality
In Senegal, women are listening to a new type of radio program: one that addresses the topics they choose, and makes a difference in their daily lives.
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