Amplifying Climate Solutions in Tana River

Today, on World Radio Day 2025, we celebrate the power of radio in addressing climate change. And there’s no better example than Vox Radio in Tana River County, Eastern Kenya, a community station that was set up by Amplifying Voices in partnership with the Amani Centre and Sentinel Project in 2017.

Tana River County faces devastating impacts from climate change: frequent droughts, floods, saltwater intrusion, and food and water insecurity. But amid these challenges, Vox Radio is turning the tide by empowering the community with life-saving information.

Every weekday from 2 to 3pm, Vox Radio’s climate segment, hosted by Yoash Festus, delivers vital weather updates and expert insights. Farmers, fishermen, and pastoralists tune in to hear simplified forecasts and practical solutions to cope with unpredictable weather patterns. The station bridges the gap between complex scientific data and community needs, ensuring everyone understands how to prepare for and adapt to the impacts of climate change.

Collaboration is at the heart of Vox Radio’s approach. Through a partnership with BBC Media Action under the Bridges programme, Vox Radio unites meteorological experts, journalists, and local communities to co-produce informative broadcasts. This three-year initiative involves farmers, fishermen, and pastoralists who help to shape the content they need most. As part of this effort, journalists Kulah Nzomo and Ferdinand Muthui have received specialised training to produce tailored climate programs that truly resonate with the audience.

“We are doing this so that our community can make informed decisions about changing weather patterns,” says Ferdinand Muthui, Vox Radio’s Operations Director. “Our goal is to empower listeners with knowledge that helps them adapt and build resilience.”

On this World Radio Day, Amplifying Voices salutes Vox Radio for turning up the volume on climate action. Together, we amplify hope, solutions, and resilience for a better future.