The
national coordinator of the Network of Community Radios - The Gambia, Yusupha
Bojang, has said that the historically, community radios serve as the mouthpiece
of rural communities and a tool for development.
He
pointed out that community radio by default has three characteristics:
non-profit making, community ownership and control, and community
participation.
In
an interview with GRTS West Coast Region correspondent, Mr Bojang said
community radios are integral part of the community as they have become an
essential tool for community development.
“Community
radio stations are the best standard bearers of our culture,” he said.
Mr
Bojang lamented the lack of training for local producers, saying with basic
training, the local producers will be able to create programmes using local
voices.
In
this vein, he commended Media Agenda for not only building the capacity of
community radio broadcasters but also providing materials to enhance staff
performance
