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The impact of COVID-19 on women in Sierra Leone and the role the media can play

Jan 13, 2023

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.

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Samuel Fernando Miquicene, a Mozambican pastor, receives his COVID-19 vaccine.

Changing beliefs about the COVID-19 vaccine: From the pulpit to the broadcasting studio

Jan 4, 2023

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.

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Junmai Emmanuel stands in her potato field

COVID-19: Radio keeps farmers and families fed

Sep 14, 2020

For farmers like Junmai Emmanuel, radio has proven a lifeline during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a path to food security.

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The “Best Husband” contest: Encouraging men to take part in the health of mothers and children

Aug 26, 2020

The Best Husband Contest raises awareness about the role of men in the maternal, child and newborn health

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Our work on COVID-19: A glimpse so far

Jul 16, 2020

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.

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Emergency Hotline Service: Developing a COVID call-in service for broadcasters

Jun 29, 2020

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.

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Hand washing station at Radio Salaki

Bringing listeners on-air, keeping staff out of harm’s way: How Radio Salaki is responding to COVID-19

May 28, 2020

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.

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Supporting radio journalism in the time of COVID-19

Apr 17, 2020

Farm Radio International is supporting African broadcasters in reaching rural audiences with critical information about COVID-19

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chickens improved thanks to livestock health

I lost 15 chickens, but radio programs renewed my hope

Mar 5, 2020

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.

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Radio is a powerful force in addressing gender equality

Radio: A powerful force in addressing gender inequality

Feb 4, 2020

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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