Live from the field: Radio Albarka, a Christian beacon in Islamic lands

In the heart of central Togo, the city of Sokodé stands out for its strong identity: a major commercial hub, it is also one of the country's main centers of Islam. It was in this unique geographical and religious context that the FOMECAF and Médias Ébène delegation stopped off to support Radio Albarka.

Greeted with exceptional warmth by Elisabeth Koudjoukalo, the station's director, and her entire team (journalists, technicians), the emissaries were able to witness the resilience of this media outlet. Operating in a radio landscape dominated by Muslim religious stations, Albarka stands out for the quality of its programs and its message of peace.

However, running the radio station on a daily basis remains a struggle. Between an unreliable power supply and the burden of broadcasting taxes, there are many obstacles. Nevertheless, thanks to Elisabeth's rigorous and visionary management, the station is holding its own. To support this momentum, the delegation donated a new mixing desk, which is vital equipment for modernizing the studio and ensuring the continuity of broadcasts.

Radio Albarka proves that with determination and sound management, a Christian media outlet can not only survive, but thrive in French-speaking Africa.