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Radio Progress’ Kuora Tona (Farmers Benefit) has won the Liz Hughes Award for Her Farm Radio 2026, recognizing its outstanding contribution to advancing women’s voices in agriculture. Radio Progress is a community radio station based in Wa, in Ghana’s Upper West Region, with a broadcast reach of approximately 200 kilometres. Its flagship program, Kuora Tona, is a one-hour show dedicated to promoting and encouraging women, especially young women, to remain resilient in agriculture

At Bushenyi FM in western Uganda, Tusingwire Moreen—known fondly to listeners as Aunt Momie—is using radio to transform agricultural practices and strengthen community participation. Although the station has aired farm radio programs for many years, Mrs. Moreen joined the team in 2022 as a broadcaster and producer. Since then, she has become a vital voice for farmers across Bushenyi district. Every week, she plans, produces, and hosts the Green Leaf Program

In Jinja city, Uganda, radio journalist Faridah Namulondo has found herself transformed not only as a broadcaster but also as a farmer. At 37, Mrs. Namulondo serves as deputy news editor and station news reporter at NBS Kodheyo FM (89.4 FM). With a degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from Kampala University, she has long been dedicated to sharing useful information with her community. But her involvement in the Platform

For more than 10 years, Victor Asumani has been on air at Umunthu FM, a partner radio station to Farm Radio International in Malawi. He says he was inspired to join radio “in order to serve communities, especially in the matter of community development like agriculture and health.” Mr. Asumani produces and hosts agricultural and environmental programs, aiming to bring practical information to farmers. His work has had a noticeable

In Taita Taveta County, Kenya, many community members rely on borrowing to meet their daily needs. But with limited financial education, this often leads to overwhelming debt and a lack of understanding about how to manage it. At Mwanedu FM, a community radio station in the region, broadcaster Jackson Kilonzo is working to change that. Mr. Kilonzo hosts Msepetuko wa Jioni, an evening drive-time program that typically focuses on family issues.

Brian Augustus Kanyenda’s career in radio broadcasting is driven by a passion for social change and the belief in radio’s power to amplify marginalized voices. Inspired by broadcasters from a young age, Mr. Kanyenda was motivated to use his platform to advocate for vulnerable groups, particularly women and children. Over time, he has refined his skills in radio programming, content creation, and community engagement, always aiming to spark conversations and

In Zimbabwe, David Bakasa is transforming radio engagement by blending traditional broadcasting with digital platforms like Facebook Live, WhatsApp, and podcasts. Mr. Bakasa is the radio programming manager at ZimGospel Masters Radio, where he is committed to making radio more interactive and inclusive, connecting with audiences both locally and globally through dynamic online conversations and listener participation. Mr. Bakasa’s radio journey began in 2017 when he volunteered as a journalist

Hervice Kouassi’s journey into broadcasting began not in a studio, but at the heart of his rural village in Côte d’Ivoire. Growing up in a family of farmers, Mr. Kouassi was drawn to radio, which was the primary source of information and entertainment for his community. His passion for this medium took root early, shaping the course of his career. After completing his Baccalaureate, Mr. Kouassi’s parents initially urged him

Radio Jamana’s program Kodon Yiriba, runner-up for the 2024 Liz Hughes Award for Her Farm Radio, plays a crucial role in addressing gender equality and social issues in Mali’s Koutiala region. This 60-minute weekly program, co-hosted by Ibrahim Dembele and Maïmouna Ouattara, raises awareness on the consequences of sexual harassment and rape, particularly its impact on adolescents and young adults. The program empowers listeners to report incidents to local authorities, fostering