About Radio Salam 99.1 FM
Radio Salam 99.1 FM is a dynamic community radio station operated by the Community Engagement Network (CEN). It is based in the Gendrassa Refugee Camp, with a satellite station in Doro, both located in Maban County, Upper Nile State. The station reaches a diverse audience of over 160,000 people, including Sudanese refugees, third-country nationals, and host communities in Gendrassa, Doro, Batil, Kaya, and surrounding areas.
Broadcasting in Arabic, locally spoken languages, and English, Radio Salam covers an estimated 30 to 40 kilometers in radius, ensuring wide access to essential information and community voices.
Operating 12 hours daily, the station plays a vital role in delivering timely and relevant information, promoting community dialogue, amplifying local voices on critical issues affecting the population.
Radio Salam was originally established by ACTED during its management of the refugee camps but ceased operations in June 2018 due to funding challenges. In February 2019, Internews conducted a media assessment in Maban, which revealed a strong community demand for a local radio platform. Internews subsequently refurbished the station and resumed broadcasts, restoring a crucial communication channel.
In 2021, full management of Radio Salam was officially transferred to the Community Engagement Network, marking a new era of community-led media and local empowerment.
Contact Info
Name: Panyuan Tuor Puot
Title: Station Manager
Email: Panyuan.Puot@cen-ss.org
Tel: 211 922111182
