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Sharing knowledge. Amplifying voices. Visit farmradio.org to learn more. Listen to our podcast, Nature Answers where we share climate solutions from rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa - farmradio.org/natureanswers/

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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 28/09/2026
Access to information cannot be left to algorithms! Investing in information rights strengthens communities. Equitable access to information is an enabler of economic resilience, civic participation and effective public services. Especially in rural and remote communities.
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 15/09/2026
In Senegal, up to 30% of vegetables grown are estimated to be lost to spoilage, while poor storage contributes to major crop losses. Ndèye Marie Aïda Ndiéguène is tackling the challenge with I3S, an innovative storage solution designed for smallholder farmers. wire.farmradio.fm/farmer-stori...
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Senegal: Innovative storage system helps farmers reduce post-harvest losses
Too much food goes to waste, spoiling before it can be sold and eaten. Post-harvest loss affects farmers across Africa, as they see their hard work and investment go to waste. In Senegal, it’s esti…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 11/09/2026
Meet three young broadcasters in Tanzania and Uganda who are using radio, community outreach and digital platforms to connect with young people, share practical information and create spaces for their voices to be heard.🎙️ farmradio.org/radio-reache...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 10/09/2026
What happens when women have the tools to turn challenges into opportunities? In Burkina Faso, Sarata Ouédraogo and the women of the Paoline Association are transforming mangoes and other fruits into products that last longer, reduce post-harvest losses and generate income.
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 09/09/2026
Farm Radio International, in partnership with AMDISS, recently supported a Content Design mentorship for Radio Emmanuel in Torit, South Sudan. The practical training strengthened journalists’ skills to develop accurate, relevant and audience-focused programming reproductive health and rights.
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 08/09/2026
Recently, Farm Radio International joined a youth climate training in Kampala, Uganda, strengthening our work to support youth-led climate action through radio. From knowledge to action. 🌱
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 04/09/2026
Trusted information can make all the difference during a health crisis. Uganda, broadcaster Sarah Mawerere of UBC Radio-Butebo used radio to help communities understand Ebola, address misinformation, and distinguish it from COVID-19. Read more: wire.farmradio.fm/spotlights/r...
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Radio helps listeners distinguish Ebola from COVID-19 in Uganda
For Sarah Mawerere, a producer at Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) Radio-Butebo in eastern Uganda, radio is one of the most effective tools for helping communities understand disease outbreaks…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 03/09/2026
Découvrez Sirah Sidibé, une animatrice de Radio Oxygène à Bamako, au Mali, qui utilise la radio depuis 2021 pour sensibiliser, informer les communautés et favoriser un changement positif. Pour en savoir plus : wire.farmradio.fm/fr/spotlight...
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Sirah Sidibé : Utiliser la radio pour autonomiser les communautés et favoriser le changement au Mali
Depuis 2021, Sirah Sidibé consacre sa carrière à utiliser la radio comme outil de sensibilisation, d’éducation et de changement positif à Bamako, au Mali. Animatrice à Radio Oxygène, elle possède u…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 03/09/2026
Meet Sirah Sidibé, a broadcaster at Radio Oxygène in Bamako, Mali, who has used radio since 2021 to raise awareness, educate communities and inspire positive change. Sirah creates interactive programs that give communities a voice. Read more: wire.farmradio.fm/spotlights/s...
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Sirah Sidibé: Using radio to empower communities and drive change in Mali
Since 2021, Sirah Sidibé has dedicated her career to using radio as a tool for awareness, education, and positive change in Bamako, Mali. A broadcaster at Radio Oxygène, she brings a deep understan…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 02/09/2026
Dans le nord de la Côte d’Ivoire, la patate douce à chair orange contribue à améliorer la nutrition des enfants. Pour Wodjoho Silué, son introduction dans l’alimentation de son fils l’a aidé à prendre du poids et à bien grandir. À lire : wire.farmradio.fm/fr/farmer-st...
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Côte d’Ivoire : La patate douce à chair orange améliore la nutrition des jeunes enfants
En cette matinée, après une pluie, la brume s’élève, avec des rayons de soleil qui pointent à l’horizon. Wodjoho Silué prépare la bouillie de patate douce à chair orange pour son enfant. À Ferkessé…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 02/09/2026
In northern Côte d’Ivoire, orange-fleshed sweet potatoes are helping improve child nutrition. For Wodjoho Silué, introducing them into her son’s diet helped him gain weight and grow well. Read more: wire.farmradio.fm/farmer-stori...
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Côte d’Ivoire: Orange-fleshed sweet potato improves nutrition for young children
Early one morning after the rain, mist rises as the first rays of sunlight appear on the horizon. Wodjoho Silué prepares orange-fleshed sweet potato porridge for her child. In Ferkessédougou, north…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 26/08/2026
Notre équipe en Côte d’Ivoire a eu le plaisir d’échanger avec l’honorable Anita Anand, ministre des Affaires étrangères du Canada, lors de sa visite de travail. Sa visite souligne la force du partenariat entre le Canada et la Côte d’Ivoire et le pouvoir de la collaboration.
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 26/08/2026
Our Côte d’Ivoire team was pleased to meet with the Honourable Anita Anand, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, during her working visit. Her visit highlights the strength of Canada–Côte d’Ivoire partnerships and the power of collaboration.
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 14/08/2026
In central Togo, modern beekeeping is helping families increase their incomes while protecting forests and biodiversity. 🐝🍯 “Bees remind us that the forest feeds us.” Read more: wire.farmradio.fm/farmer-stori...
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Togo: Beekeepers organize to produce eco-friendly honey and protect the environment
In the early morning, Akowe Loukou puts on his white suit and calmly approaches his beehives lined up beneath cashew trees. Mr. Loukou lifts a frame filled with golden honey. Smiling, he says, “Eve…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 05/08/2026
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 31/07/2026
In Galo Sota, Ghana, listeners of Jubilee FM's Ayeeko program planted acacia trees as an alternative source of fuelwood, helping protect local mangroves. One women's group has grown into a community movement restoring the environment together.
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Ghana: Women plant acacia trees to protect mangroves
In Galo Sota, a coastal community in the Anloga district of Ghana’s Volta Region, a group of women is taking action to protect the mangroves that sustain their livelihoods. Fuelwood is scarce in th…
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 27/07/2026
During the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, broadcasters fought misinformation and shared trusted health information. 📻 "Radio is not just a media outlet during a health crisis—it is a lifeline." — Jean Luc Simbilyabo Read more: wire.farmradio.fm/spotlights/h...
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How broadcasters are responding to the Ebola virus outbreak
When health crises strike, communities need more than information—they need trusted voices they can rely on. During the Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), broadcasters …
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 08/07/2026
Support broadcasters who are serving their communities with timely information during the Ebola crisis. Donate today and your donation will be tripled! Make your donation here - give.farmradio.org/page/ebola_r...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 03/07/2026
One broadcaster can inform thousands of listeners in their community. Support broadcasters on the frontline of the Ebola crisis today and your donation will be tripled! Donate here - give.farmradio.org/page/ebola_r...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 01/07/2026
🍁 Every Canada Day we also celebrate George Atkins' birthday. George was the founder of Farm Radio International and he would have turned 109 years old today! We honour George by carrying on his vision of ensuring quality access to information for those who need it most! Happy Birthday, George! 🍁
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 30/06/2026
There is still time to have your donation tripled! Support broadcasters on the frontline of the Ebola crisis and donate today! Donate here - give.farmradio.org/page/ebola_r...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 26/06/2026
There are many on the frontline of the Ebola outbreak in the DRC. Local broadcasters serve their communities with timely and up-to-date information in real time, to help keep their listeners safe. Support those broadcasters by donating today give.farmradio.org/page/ebola_r...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 24/06/2026
There are many people on the frontline of the Ebola crisis in the DRC. Many of them are local broadcasters who are supporting their communities with timely and relevant information to keep their listeners safe. Read the latest here: farmradio.org/broadcasters...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 20/06/2026
During a crisis, broadcasters share information with their community that can be life-saving. Support broadcasters on the frontline of the Ebola crisis. Donate today and your donation will be tripled! Donate here - give.farmradio.org/page/ebola_r...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 18/06/2026
In this episode of Nature Answers, we go behind the scenes with the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) to talk about how we're able to connect with rural communities implementing Nature-based Solutions. Available now, wherever you listen to podcasts! 🌍️ 📻️
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 17/06/2026
Broadcasters are on the frontline of the Ebola crisis in the DRC and surrounding areas. They share timely information with their communities to help keep them safe. You can support these broadcasters by donating today - your donation will be tripled! give.farmradio.org/page/ebola_r...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 16/06/2026
Meet the women leading their community listening group and learn why the women of this community are at the center of every decision. Listen to Nature Answers wherever you listen to podcasts!
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 16/06/2026
Learn why these Zambian farmers believe their community is stronger when they work together! 🌍️ 📻️ Listen to the latest episode of Nature Answers wherever you listen to podcasts!
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 13/06/2026
In this episode of Nature Answers, you'll meet a listening group from a small Zambian community. You'll learn why they believe it's important to have all voices represented in their group. Listen to Nature Answers wherever you listen to podcasts! 🌍️ 📻️
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 12/06/2026
In the latest episode of Nature Answers, you'll learn how the simple act of listening to the radio together, has built community, love and a connection that helps the community face the difficulties caused by climate change. Listen to Nature Answers whereve you listen to your podcasts! 📻️ 🌍️
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 11/06/2026
The latest episode of Nature Answers is here! In it, you'll meet a community listening group in Zambia who who are listening, and working, together to improve their farms. Nature Answers is available wherever you listen to podcasts! 🌍️ 📻️
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Food Farm Talk @foodfarmtalk.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Hear "How can the food we grow feed more people?" from @ifad.org Listen on: 📻CFRU 93.3 📅June 11 ⏰10am 🛜Hear anytime: buff.ly/onzvP3c #foodinsecurity #hunger #foodwaste @arrellfoodinst.bsky.social @farmradio.org
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 06/06/2026
🚨 As many as 89% of women in Mali experience gender-based violence. The need for safe spaces and access to reliable information has never been more urgent. Support our work this spring and help us reach and empower more women and girls in Mali 🔗https://give.farmradio.org/page/happiness
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 05/06/2026
Farmers don't need a climate report. They're already living the signals in every drought, every flood, every failed harvest. On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we're proud to support the broadcasters bringing climate knowledge to the farmers who need it most. 🌱 Inspired by nature. Powered by radio
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 03/06/2026
In the latest episode of Nature Answers, you'll learn how rural farmers in Zambia are using multiple Nature-based Solutions to improve their practices. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! 🐮 🌍️
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 28/05/2026
In the latest episode of Nature Answers you'll learn how farmers in rural Zambia are taking what they've learned from a local radio program and are applying it to their farming practices and how it's leading to more climate-resilient crops. Listen to Nature Answers wherever you listen to podcasts!
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 26/05/2026
 "Because climate change affects everyone, so we need to share what little we have so that each and everyone can benefit." In the latest episode of Nature Answers, you'll meet rural farmers in Zambia who have been sharing cattle for generations because it benefits the whole community.
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 23/05/2026
What happens when rural farmers in Zambia revert to traditional farming practices and rely on Nature-based Solutions? An incredible ability to resist droughts. Learn more by listening to the latest episode of Nature Answers, wherever you listen to podcasts! 🐮 🌍️
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 22/05/2026
In the latest episode of Nature Answers, you'll meet Evans - a young man who has been farming since he was 15. You'll learn the techniques he uses to turn dry soil into drought resistant crops. Episode 8 of Nature Answers is available wherever you listen to podcasts! 🐮 🌍️
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 20/05/2026
Richard Owanya remembers when Alebelebe was full of abundance. Then the LRA came, the trees were cut, and the rain disappeared. 🌍 Now, he harvests honey three times a year and sends his children to school. 🐝 The road back wasn't easy, but the people of Alebelebe walked it together. 🎧 buff.ly/KB7KjhB
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 19/05/2026
When women are equipped with knowledge, safety, and opportunity, they thrive. And when they thrive, their families and communities do too🌾 Donate today and turn a radio signal into a lifeline: broadcasting hope & health to farming families in rural Africa💛 🔗 bit.ly/42zUw4R #WomenFarmers #Mali
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 18/05/2026
Through reforestation and beekeeping, this community in Uganda's Lira District is proving that nature, given the chance, can heal what war and poverty left behind. Richard Owanya put it simply: "We plant trees and bring back the rain." 🎧 Listen to Episode 7 of Nature Answers" 🔗 buff.ly/KB7KjhB
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 17/05/2026
For Florence Achan, the hardest part wasn't the insurgency. It was what came after: the long walks for firewood, the absent husbands, the children to feed with nothing in the ground🌿 But Alebelebe Village is rebuilding. & women like Florence are at the center of that change 🎧https://buff.ly/KB7KjhB
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 16/05/2026
They lost their land. Their trees. Their rain. 🌧️ Then they listened to nature, and it answered back. Episode 7 of Nature Answers takes us to Alebelebe Village, Uganda, where one community rebuilt everything from the ground up. 🌿 🎧 farmradio.org/from-insurgency-to-opportunity/
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 14/05/2026
Episode 7 is out now📻️ Before the guns came, Alebelebe Village had everything. Trees. Rain. Abundance. Then the LRA arrived and took it all away🌍 This is the story of how one community in Uganda found their way back through nature. 🌿 🎧 buff.ly/KB7KjhB #Uganda #Reforestation #ClimateJustice
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 13/05/2026
Iness Munkomobwe survived Zambia's worst drought in a generation. Without a husband. Without cattle. Without chemical fertilizer. 💪🏾 Just nature, knowledge, and determination. ➡️ Episode 6 of Nature Answers is out NOW 🎧 bit.ly/3Pw1a9f #NatureAnswers #Zambia #WomensStories #OrganicFarming #FarmRadio
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 13/05/2026
🌍 over 1 MILLION people reached in Mali. Countless lives changed. And it all starts with a radio signal. 📻 👇 Every gift makes a difference. 🔗 bit.ly/42zUw4R #FarmRadio #DonateToday #WomenFarmers #Mali #RadioChangesLives
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 12/05/2026
Hear from Rosemary 🌿 🌹 🔗 farmradio.org/faith-in-the...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 07/05/2026
🚨 New Episode out NOW! 🔗 farmradio.org/faith-in-the...
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Farm Radio International @farmradio.org · 03/05/2026
⚠️ CW: domestic violence, pregnancy loss. When the trees go, safety goes with them. Deforestation in Katagi Village, Uganda didn't just reshape the land, it reshaped the power dynamics inside homes. 🎙️ Listen now: bit.ly/3RdIFqs #ClimateChange #GenderEquality #WomensRights #ClimateJustice #Podcast
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