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Jambo Radio: Indigenous Media Driving Gender and Climate Justice in DRC

Jambo Radio

Awardee

Year: 2025

Country:

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Topics:

Capacity-BuildingCommunity Education

Region:

Francophone Africa

About

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, where extractivism, climate crises, and humanitarian emergencies intersect , Jambo Radio is amplifying the voices of women and Indigenous peoples through community media. Since 2023, this grassroots platform has combined radio programmes, online podcasts, listener
clubs, and community debates. Its participatory approach prioritizes women’s perspectives and traditional ecological knowledge. By debunking climate misinformation, facilitating dialogue, and documenting community-based solutions, this solution builds adaptive capacity while defending forests and ecosystems. With its blend of ancestral wisdom, digital innovation, and feminist advocacy, Jambo Radio is redefining how media can drive climate and gender justice.

Climate Impact

  • Training on interpreting climate signals has enabled communities to anticipate six extreme weather events in 2024, reducing agricultural losses by 60%.
  • A podcast series encouraged the conservation of 5,000 hectares of primary forest and led 1,200 farming families to adopt sustainable agricultural practices.
  • A participatory monitoring system with community defined indicators tracks the adoption of promoted practices, women’s participation in environmental decision-making, and the reduction in conflicts over natural resources.

 

Gender Impact

  • 65% of local experts featured on Jambo Radio programmes are women, including farmers, healers, and leaders.
  • 45 women secured legal land titles covering 180 hectares, strengthening their economic and social autonomy.
  • 25 women were trained as gender-based violence focal points, building a grassroots safety net against abuse and discrimination.

Scalability/Replicability

  • 25 local radio hosts were trained, enabling five other stations to launch similar programmes, reaching over 8,000 additional listeners.
  • Younger women support elders with digital tools, while they share traditional ecological knowledge.
  • A “community and Indigenous multimedia” methodological guide was created and distributed to 15 radio across the DRC, offering a replicable model for locally led adaptation.

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