http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk en-gb acglobalvoices.co.uk 2011-5-4T00:00:00Z acglobalvoices.co.uk http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#93077 African Voices Kenyanborn Malice Omondi is a presenter at online radio station in Italy. She told ET the station wants to change Africas negative image in Europe and around the world When and how did you end up at Afriradio and what do you do thereI was among the people who started Afriradio about three years ago in April 2009. I work as a presenter. I have a program called Pili pili that airs Monday to Friday. I speak three languages Italian English for the Englishspeaking people and Kiswahili to spice up the shows and make the Kiswahilispeaking people feel at home.Whats Afriradio and what kind of programmes does it broadcast Afriadio is the first web radio in Italy dedicated to Africa. It was founded by the Comboni Missionaries. One of the objectives of Afriradio is to change the classic stereotype of Africa as a land of hunger war HIVAIDS etc. Afriradio mainly plays music African music that is appealing joyful and modern that is having a bit of success in the world. This makes i... 2011-5-4 00:08:06 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#87657 BeBlack TV New Black French TV Channel BeBlack TV is the new black TV channel in France. The channel will broadcast black culture programs for families and young adults. The channel was launched January 20the in Paris by the founder Guadeloupeborn and French Guianan Gadjar Sebastian 30. Present at the launch party were his team and personalities and celebrities in the broadcasting and music business. Among them French RampB singer Lynnsha and Zouk singer Sir Wesley. See a full photo report at FXGBeBlack TV will be available in metropolitan France Freebox the French West Indies Guiana and Reunion Mediaserv.Website www.beblack.tv 2011-2-23 22:54:00 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#85859 2nd Annual Community Music and Arts Awards 2011 The aim of the CMA Awards is to highlight the talent that exists in our communities thats currently under represented in the mainstream media. Our previous involvement with communities allows us to build confidence within communities and bring communities together by highlighting the positive contributions that have been made. Below are some of the nominees I have only highlighted those categories which are relevant to the website Best Community Radio Station Lightening FM Vibes FM MetroLove Radio Blues FM Flames FM Supreme FM De Ja Vu FM Bang Radio Hav It FM Best Talk Show DJ Danny God Lightening FM Gods Talk Show Monday evenings 6pm 8pm Sista Aura Blues FM Talk To Me Show Tuesdays 9pm 12am Sarah C Vibes FM Best Newcomer Radio Coming Soon Best Internet Radio Colourful Soca FM Reggae Wave Best Local Newspaper The Voice Flyer Afro News New Nation Big Eye News Testify Newspaper Best Lo... 2011-1-31 19:02:25 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#85740 Genesis Radio Founder Steps Down At the beginning of last Sundays edition of The Peoples Talk Show on the 23rd January D Rowe the FounderCEO of the popular community radio station Genesis Radio can be heard on 91.6FM announced that he will be stepping down as the CEO of the station. It came as a shock to not only myself but also the broadcasters who were present in the studio at the time. I was in and out during the whole show however I will try to a breakdown of what was said whilst D Rowe was on the show. He is passing the station on to a family member He believes he has taken the station as far as he could and wants to get back to his first love Saxon Sounds. Tired of the back biting and headache he has had to go through over the past 20 years in establishing Genesis Radio. When he originally launched Genesis Radio in 1985 for a short period of time it was mainly to play music. He launched it officially in 1991 after being inspired by various information tapes of... 2011-1-30 11:36:25 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#84952 Torched Radio station forced off air by threats Threats from local authorities and security forces which tried to take over its management forced a local radio station in Honduras temporarily to stop broadcasting on 14 January. The station Radio Faluma Bimetu Radio Coco Dulce in Spanish belongs to the Honduran community of African origin Garifuna of Triunfo de la Cruz. A delegation from the municipality of Tela backed by police officers turned up at the community on 12 January to impose a new handpicked board of management patronato. The community of Triunfo de la Cruz had already planned a vote on 28 January to designate its future representatives. When the community refused to recognize the procedure threats were made to burn the station down. The threat was a reminder of the arson attack that destroyed the station on 6 January 2010. With the support of the World Association of Community Radio Broadcasters AMARC and International Media Support IMS Reporters Without Border... 2011-1-19 00:59:09 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#84664 Welcome to 2011 Welcome to 2011. A new year and a time to reflect on the last year as well as planning ahead. Last Year I will keep it brief. Though I am reasonably happy with the development I have made with the website as well as myself. I have to admit I have been a bit slack when dealing with some of the areas. By now I would of hoped to have sorted out the logo and various other naging issues concerning the content i.e. textetc . I hope to press on and deal with these issues early this year. This year Look out for the following The A.C. Global Voices Newsletter Keepiing those on the mailing list up to date with current affairs in the black media The Corner Gallery showcasing pictures and information covering past historical events and people who have had an impact on the African Caribbean media industry 9informationtalk. All of the pictures on the websites home page will be moved to the page titled The Corner Updated TV Stations page. I have not updated this in a ... 2011-1-15 15:50:48 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#83133 TRIBUNAL VICTORY New Style trio win unfair dismissal case by Poppy Brady Jubilant Presenters at a Birmingham community radio station have won their claims for unfair dismissla after they were locked out of the station earliar on this year. New Style Radio Station Manager Dennis Edwards Programme Controller David Anderson and Breakfasr Show host Gauntie Carter aka GMan were awarded compensation for unpaid wages redundancy and holiday pay. The three day employment tribunal ends a bitter fouryear warngle with the board of directors and radio staff at the African Caribbean Millenium Centre ACMC where the station is based in Dudley Road Winson Green.During that time the radio trio endured what they called ..a medievil state of serfdom.. where their wages were paid irregularly or deductaed unlawfully. They said the board only paid lip service to any greivances they had. In a joint statement they said ...Disdain was meted out to us incessantly by our employers. They were not versed eno... 2010-12-20 22:13:25 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#81622 Radio Updates Nena Ubani of of the Co Founder of the upcoming Afro Caribbean Literary Awards httpwww.afrocI am only going to focus on those who talkinformation showsaribbeanliteraryaward.com is co nhosting the Woman 2 Woman Show on Voice of Africa Radio 94.3FM alongside Fola Awofadeju httpwww.voiceofafricaradio.comvoarpresenters73folaawofadeju.html ............................................................ I came across this old debate from the Have Your Say page from the BBC website. Just thought I would post it up as a reminder of how important talk shows are to our global community. This online debate is titled Are African talk shows a waste of time httpnewsforums.bbc.co.uknolthread.jspasortBy1ampforumID7544ampstart15amptstart0ampedition1ampttl20101130011931paginator ............................................................ Peace FM Awards Night Winners 1 Favourite Presneters Presneter of 2010 Individual who hashave presen... 2010-11-30 02:14:50 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#80008 Radio Updates Doctah Xs Ghettoology online broadcasts will be returning in the new year according to the website httpwww.ghettoology.co.uk ............................................................ Checkout the Ghettoology UK Facebook Page httpwww.facebook.comhome.phppagesGhettoologyUK120577017978337 ............................................................ The website for Peace 90.1FM Manchester is currently being revamped. Stay tuned for more detailed information on the various talk shows on Peace 90.1 FM httpwww.peacefm.co.uk. ............................................................ On the 20th November 2010 Peace 90.1FM will be hosting their 1st Birthday and Radio Awards Ceremony . For further details httpwww.peacefm.co.uk201011peacefm1stbirthdaypartyradioawardsceremony ............................................................ BEFFTA Awards 2010 Results Radio 1. Station of the Year Bang Radio httpwww.bangradio.fm 2. Best Radio ... 2010-11-10 20:10:16 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#79281 Radio Updates Juice UK has returned and can now be heard of 92.6FM. They have a community talk show on Mondays 8pm 10pm hosted by Chekky Banton and Junior. I recently came across Nubian Stories Radio Show. Its his hosted by Tosin Coker the first AfricanBritish scifi Author. She has authored Heavens War The Gods Awakened The Mouth of Babes and Let Sleeping Gods Lie The show broadcasts on blogtalk radio on Sundays has not been on for a bit . Below is an overview of what the show is about taken from the blogtalk radio page Nubian Scribes Where Greate Minds Meet. Dedicated To Nubian Authors And Fans Of Their Literature. Look forward to book reviews featured author interviews and excerpt readings as well as advice for debut authors on publishing and publicity. The show broadcasts on Sundays 9pm 10pm here httpwww.blogtalkradio.comnubianscribespage1 Straight Talk which is hosted by Macca C and Lady Paulette can nown be heard on Tuesdays from 6pm 8pm Checkout the shows ... 2010-11-1 22:43:30 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#78639 Details of the upcoming Memorial Service and Funeral for Spartacus R can be found on the Legacy of Spartacus R blog httplegacyofspartacusr.blogspot.com201010spartacusrpassoverservicefuneral.html Spartacus Rs Passover Service and Memorial have now been finalised and he will be laid to rest on Friday 29 October 2010 a total of 90 days since his death on July 30th. Details are as followsEvent Passover Service Venue Tooting CemeteryAddress Blackshaw Road Tooting London SW17 0BYTime 1230 Event MemorialVenue Karibou CentreAddress 7 Gresham Road London SW9 7PHTime 3pm 11pmParking is very limited around this venue however there is a car park situated within minutes of the Karibou Centre in Brixton Market that should provide adequate parking space. Pan African Society Community Forum Community Meeting on the first anniversary of the suspension of Brother Omowale from Galaxy Radio Station after he opposed the abuse of the term by any means necessary to ... 2010-10-24 13:28:39 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#78559 1 Year Anniversary of the passing of DJ Steve Fly The 14th October 2010 marks the one year anniversary of the passing of Community Activist and Broadcaster DJ Stevie Fly Stevie during the last 4 years before his passing was the host of the Caribbean Connexion Show on Manchesters All 96.9 FM. Below is an article paying respects to DJ Stevie Fly from The Bigga Breakfast Radio Show Blog created by 2 of of his colleagues at All 96.9FM DJ Lloyd Frontline amp L Dee who together host The Bigga Breakfast Radio Show on Tuesday mornings from 7am 9am. The blog where the article below is take from is httpbiggabreakfast.blogspot.com201010latedjstevieflyccshost20052009.html The Late DJ STEVIE FLY CCS Host 2005 2009 Thursday 14th October 2010 DJ Stevie Fly sadly passed away Wednesday 14th October 2009It is very difficult to encapsulate the positive impact DJ Stevie Fly had upon people of all generations and communities. Stevie brought and left a legacy of pass... 2010-10-23 01:24:35 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#77756 Radio Updates Gloucester 96.6 FMs Community Link shows boradcasting times have now changed. The weekday shows are now from 5pm 6pm and the Saturday Soup Show is now from 1pm 3pm httpwww.gloucesterfm.com The Afriqan Times African community magazine in Australia have their own radio show called Radio Afriq hosted by Gabriel which broadcasts every Thursday on Radio Fremantle 107.9FM from 7pm 9pm httpwww.radiofremantle.com httpwww.facebook.comhome.phpradioafriqvinfo Peace 90.1 FM Manchester will soon be updating their webiste with an updated programme schedule and new features. Sign up to the Peace FM and receive a copy of the Peace FM Newsletter httpwww.peacefm.co.uk A demonstration was recently held outside the Home Office in Sheffield in support of the campaign to help save Mildred Okpara host of Onu Igbo on Sheffield Live 92.3FM 2010-10-12 23:28:07 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#76544 Lewisham councillor urges cops to use illegal pirate radio Friday 24 September 2010 POLICE appeals should be broadcast on pirate radio stations to help crack criminal cases it has been claimed. Lewisham Lib Dem Councillor Duwayne Brooks has urged police to start using the unlicensed stations. Cllr Brooks 35 who is also Lewisham Community Police Consultative Group vice chairman made the call. The Met has said raising awareness of crimes is a complex challenge but has ruled out using the stations because they are illegal. But Cllr Brookes said The police talk about engagement with the community but what are they actually doing about it They talk about Safer Neighbourhood Teams but the ward panels that meet arent representative of people in the borough. I would like to see police appearing on these stations to get more in touch with the community and make appeals. A range of stations broadcast illegally across South London often playing the latest dance music and attr... 2010-9-28 00:21:44 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#75957 RADIO Station of the Year Nominations Choice FM httpwww.choicefm.co.uk Bang Radio httpwww.bangradio.fm Unique FM httpwww.uniqueradio.org Playvybz httpwww.playvybz.com Voice of Africa httpwww.voiceofafricaradio.com Colourful Radio httpwww.colourfulradio.com Magic httpwww.magic.co.uk Radio Personality of the Year Dotun Adebayo BBC Radio londonBBC Radio 5 Live Henry Bonsu Colourful Radio Margarita Tylor Dr Psycho Andrea P Vybz Playvybz Radio Sherry Dixon Bang 103.6FM Angie Greaves Magic FM Kayode Akintemi Ezra Sibanda Voice of Africa NEWSPAPERS amp MAGAZINES Best Community Newspaper The Voice httpwww.voiceonline.co.uk The Afro News httpwww.theafronews.eu Trumpet African Voice httpwww.africanvoice.co.uk Flyer httpwww.flyernewspaper.com Magazine of the Year Pride httppridemagazine.com Arise Flair Asiana Asian Woman NinetyNine httpwww.ninetyninemag.co.uk Cocoa Basket httpwww.akeba.org.ukcocoabasket.html New African Woman httpwww.afri... 2010-9-21 00:51:47 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#75670 Radio Updates Wise Words with Wise Tola which broadcasts on Playvybz Radio has now moved to Fridays 12pm 2pm I recently stumbled acroos the Yoruba Heritage Awards I had no idea this even existed. The awards are given to groups or individuals who regularly devote their time to helping others in the communityimproving the quality of life and opportunity for others and providing an outstanding service either personally or professionally. 2 of the award categories are as follows Best Radio Presenter UK Male Nominees Ayinde Rasakk Anobi Jones Host of OJUMO TI MO which now broadcasts on Oodua TV Sky Channel 593 Tosin Bamgbaiye Hosts various shows on NPower Radio and on Oodua TV Kayode Akintemi Use to host Fridays edition of Wake Up Africa on Voice of Africa Radio 94.3FM Laolu Ayefele Best Female Radio Presenter UK Nominees Asede Imede Bunmi West Peju Agunbiade Hosts Lets Talk About It medicalhealth talk show on Naija 101.1FM When I get mor... 2010-9-16 21:43:34 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#75276 Lottery cash launches Peterborough community radio on to the airwaves A community radio project in Peterborough will be hitting the airwaves after securing a Big Lottery Fund grant of over 163100000. The money comes from BIGs Reaching Communities programme which aims to help those most in need and build stronger communities. The Peterborough African Community Organisation will use the 163117256 grant to provide a community radio station and training in radio production to the local community of Peterborough. Beneficiaries from a BME refugee or migrant background will be particularly encouraged to get involved. Training courses of 30 one hour sessions will be offered in radio production and beneficiaries will then be able to volunteer for activities such as attending radio skills workshops presenting radio broadcasts prerecording shows and conducting interviews. The training will contribute towards a level two qualification in radio production that beneficiaries can go on ... 2010-9-12 12:06:22 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#74713 The event below is being organised by Tola Onigbanjo aka Wise Tola. She is the host of Wise Words with Wise Tola that broadcasts on Playvybz Radio every Tuesday from 4pm 6pm www.playvybz.com Checkout some clips from past shows on Wise Tola TV httpwww.youtube.comuserWiseTolaTV Black Entertainment Awards return A Northamptonshire woman is looking for the public to nominate themselves for the annual Black Entertainment Film Fashion Television and Arts Awards. Founder Pauline Long from Northampton felt there was a gap in the market for recognising black talent. There are so many talented people out there that arent being acknowledged I wanted to change that she said. The BEFFTA awards honour the best entertainment personalities in the UKs black community and internationally. It takes place on 30 October at Central Hall Westminster and Pauline is looking for anyone who has contributed to the black community to put themselves forward. Unknown talent You... 2010-9-5 11:52:43 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#74546 Nigerian owned Black Heritage Radio debuts in UK The list of Nigerians in Diaspora doing the country proud swelled last Thursday 19th August 2010 with the going on air of the much talked about internet based radio station The Black Heritage Radio BHR in the united kingdom. It is the brainchild of three Nigerian trained broadcasters Ladi Taiwo formally of AIT and SUPERSCREEN Bukki Solanke and Olasunkanmi Sanusi both formally of LAGOS STATE BROADCASTING SERVICESRADIO LAGOSEKO FM. BHR is an unusual combination of radio broadcast with entertainment and lifestyle journalism speaking on this novel idea Ladi says we realised that tabloid magazines are not easily accessible online despitethe huge readership so we spoke to some of our colleagues about our plans and the result is what you see when you log on to www.theblackheritageradio.com . The outpouring of commendation and encomiums from Nigerians and other visitors to the site has been humbling to be honest. It has also brought a su... 2010-9-3 00:26:33 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#74295 We Remember Brother......... Spartacus R Across history there have only been a few Pan African activists in the UK who are internationally known for their liberation works Spartacus R was definitely amongst this revered elite. Described by some as controversial for his trademark TruthSaying interventions he had a reputation for speaking up for the African masses irrespective of the status afforded his audience. Spartacus was sometimes viewed as capable of being disruptive when present in circles of stagnant speech or manipulative influence this led to some who were afraid of his words attempting to ban him speaking or being present at important community related proceedings. He was not subtle yet all those who knew Spartacus or had been helped by his tireless work were well aware that it was never his intent to be disrespectful indeed it was not always necessary to agree with everything Spartacus said but instead to respect him his sincerity and the many achievements he made on ou... 2010-8-31 22:03:28 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#73594 Radio Updates I have recently come across a a few information radio shows which are being hosted by memebers of the indigenous aboriginal community in Australia See the list below Caama Radio httpcaama.com.aucategoryradioprogramswomensbusiness Radio Larrakia 94.5 FM httpwww.radiolarrakia.orgAboutUs The Sistas Rotation Show which use to broadcast on Genesis Radio 91.6FM www.genesisradio.co.uk Thursdays 7pm 9pm has been replaced with the All Eyes on Egypt Question amp Answer Information Show hosted by Minista Rebel Seken hosts The Reality Show raising awareness of Nuwaupu and the ongoing case of Dr Malachi Z York at the following times on Galaxy 99.5FM www.afiwestation.com during the week. Mondays and Tuesdays 10am 1pm and on Thursdays 7pm 10pm. P.S. on weekdays Galaxy FM can only be heard online. Hughie Rose aka Chairman H will be hosting The African Political Talk Show on Ban2Radio on various mornings Fridays are definate 10.30am 1pm . For updates stay tuned t... 2010-8-23 22:31:43 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#73336 Black Achievers needed for TV project Knowledge Fountain Business Magazine and Afrobrits on Ben TV Sky 184 have formally begun a series of televised business workshops aimed at 1624 year olds. The new TV project will allow aspiring entrepreneurs to engage with business achievers and get valuable tips and mentorship. Knowledge Fountain is looking for entrepreneurs who are willing to give back and get involved with this project. Please email your contact details to afrobritknowledgefountain.co.uk for further information. The above article is taken from the Knowledge Fountain e Newsletter Checkout AfroBrits httpafrobrit.com Checkout Knowlegde Fountain Magazine httpwww.knowledgefountain.co.ukSHOP.htm .................................................................... OHTV looking for Web Bloggers Are you a Don or Jedi when it comes to FACEBOOK TWITTER and blogging in general... If so WE NEED YOU OH TV are looking for blogging fanatics and writers to be part of ou... 2010-8-21 00:54:02 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#73026 Radio Updates Recently added the new informationtalk shows which have been added to New Style Radios programme schedule httpwww.newstyleradio.org.ukindex.phpoptioncomcontentampviewarticleampid52ampItemid64 NewspaperMagazine Updates African Spirit Internationals website starting to materialise. They initially launched as a broadsheet and for a while you were able to pick up free copies of the newspaper from various black owned businesses. They are currently looking for FullPartTime Volunteers httpwww.africanspirit.infoindex.html See the advert below Are you a gifted writer Are you an accomplished or professional writer Even if you are not do you have a deep knowledge of African affairs Do you speak English or French or Afrikaan or Portuguese or Arabic and can write in any of these languages Have you got your ears to the ground Are you good at noticing observing and recollecting Were you at an important event or place recently or in the past Do you possess a... 2010-8-17 00:10:49 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#72458 R.I.P Syd Burke Just when the community were coming to terms with the passing of Spartacus R we lose another respected and unforgetable member of our community.. Syd Burke died after a long battle with Colon Cancer last week. The 2 articles below are taken from page 28 of this weeks edition of The Voice Newspaper Tribute Syd Burke 1938 2010 Following a long battle Colon Cancer Edmund Syd Burke died last week July 30th at the Charing Cross Hospital in London. The popular broadcaster rose to prominence thanks to his radio talk show Rice n Peas on London Broadcasting Corporation LBC in the 1970s and 80s. Burkes brother Dr Aggery Burke told here Syd was somewhat of a celebrity photographer providing photographs for several newspapers. And then he turnded to radio broadcasting and bcame a pioneer really. With his show Rice n Peas he targeted the West Indian community in Britain and used his show show to educate. He was very concerned that the second and third generations o... 2010-8-9 22:14:06 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#72388 SLR Radio Broadcaster organises a rally to save communitiy insitution It wasnt too long ago that the black community in Tottenham lost Headstart Book Shop now Every Bodies Music which is located at 261 High Road right near Seven Sisters station formerly Body Music another long lasting landmark is being threatened with closure. Every Bodies Music formelly known as Body Music has been the local music shop on Tottenham for over 20 years On Saturday 8th August 2010 whilst attending the National Association of Black Supplementry Schools Conference a friend of mine forwarded an email to me informing me that Bro Douglas who hosts Find Your Voice Radio Show on SLR 97.7FM was holding a rally outside Every Bodies Music against replacing Every Bodies Music with a Paddy Power Betting Shop. Apparently the owners of the property who have been leasing it to the current owners of Every Bodies Music want to lease it to betting shop chain Paddy Power Bro Douglas for the next few Saturdays will be... 2010-8-8 23:52:07 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#72063 Radio Updates Additions Nomad Radio have brought back The Politics Show. The show currentlyt broadcasts every Wednesday from 1pm 3pm. The show is currenlty hosted by Adil amp Fatah. httpnomadradio.co.uk ............................................................ Recently came across Nehanda Radio. Its a online Zimbabawean media portal consisting of news articles online radio etc. When I get more information on their discussion shows I will upload them Checkout httpnehandaradio.com ............................................................ NewspapaersMagazine including online Recently added Black Book News to the website httpwww.triciablackbooknews.com 2010-8-3 23:10:37 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#72062 Voice of Africa Radio to celebrate 3rd Anniversay On Thursday 19th August 2010 VOAR will be celebrating 3 years on 94.3FM and 10 years of their existence. Venue The Ghana High Commission 104 Highgate Hill London N6 5HE Time 5pm 9pm For further information contact 0208 471 9111 07939509086 OUR FM LICENCEVoice of Africa Radio a Newhambased panAfrican radio station were awarded a 5 years permanent Radio License in LondonThe news that everyone at Voice of Africa Radio and the entire African Community have been hoping for was announced by Ofcom The Community and the team has been waiting anxiously since November 2004 since made a bid to become one of the first full time community radio stations in the UK. After one year three months of waiting for a decision the news that everyone has been hoping for has come through.Voice of Africa Radio team will be taking time off to celebrate this great and longawaited news. As part of our preparations to launch the FM station Voice of A... 2010-8-3 22:41:50 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#72056 R.I.P Spartacus R aka Brother Fundisi aka The TruthSayer On Friday 30th July 2010 at 11.11am Spartacus R passed away. He died from cancer in the blood Acute Myeloid Leukaemia an illness he had been battleing for a while. He had been active in our community for many years. Spartacus R. came to prominence in the early 70s as the founder and driving force of the first internationally famous African Rock band Osibisa at the forefront of the genre now called World Music. After Osibisa Spartacus recorded the seminal acoustic masterpiece Africa I See one of four successful selfpenned solo albums released on his own Zara Music Records label. With an acoustic guitar ankle bells and some face paint Spartacus R. travelled the world playing to audiences of 3 to 300000 people in Africa America Australia Europe Japan. An outspoken Musician Poet Author Columnist Talk Show Host Seer and TruthSayer Spartacus R. is one of the most highly respected of writers in the UK. Many of his con... 2010-8-3 21:43:07 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#71840 Radio personality Ezra Sibanda now a Master of Arts Tuesday 27th July FORMER Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation powerful radio presenter Ezra Tshisa Sibanda has graduated with a Masters of Arts in Psychoanalysis and Refugee Care from Essex University in England. Sibanda who phenomenally took ZBCs broadcasting levels into dizzy heights in the 1990s graduated last week and hopes to work for institutions assisting displaced and troubled people from around the world. l dont intend to change my profession as a Broadcast Journalist but my degree will help me understand human minds especially dealing with groups and organisations he said. l want to work and assist displaced and troubled people all over the world mainly refugees who are fleeing persecution. It will be nice to work for United Nations at the same time continue with my job of entertaining informing and educating the masses through my radio programmes said Sibanda. He added l got some offers in Canada and Sudan but I... 2010-8-1 12:59:26 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#71834 Radio Updates Recently came across a Kross Radio 97.1 a Nigerian community station in London. They can be heard online at www.krossradio.com and on DAB on 97.1. In due course I will upload all of the informationtalk shows from this station into the London section. ......................................................... Inspirartion 107.8 FM Northamptons multicultural community station relaunched on the 24th July 2010. Inspiration107.8 FM will be a community led and managed radio service providing access information entertainment and training. Inspiration FM will encourage and promote a voice for those who are underrepresented or socially excluded to provide an outlet for creativity shared vision and expression Once the Inspiration FM website has been updated Ill upload the necessary informationtalkshows onto the website httpwww.inspirationfm.com ......................................................... Spoke with the CEOFounder of The African Connection Mr C... 2010-8-1 11:17:55 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#71247 Radio Updates Greenwich Kasapah and Reprezent FM successful 17th June 2010 TWO radio stations have been awarded broadcasting licences. The fiveyear licences handed out by communications regulator Ofcom go to notforprofit stations aimed at particular communities. Greenwich Kasapah which is to broadcast on the AM radio band will be a primarily speechbased service aimed at African people in and around the borough. It will also run outreach and training sessions with schools in the area. Reprezent FM based in New Cross will broadcast to 13 to 25yearolds in south London aiming to challenge negative perceptions about young people. Sydenham Community Radio Lewishams Starpoint FM and Greenwichs Talk Africa Radio had their licence applications turned down. To find out more about the stations visit www.greenwichkasapah.org and www.reprezent.org.uk httpwww.newsshopper.co.uknewslewgreen8225901.LEWISHAMGREENWICHOfcomawardscommunityradiolicences ....................................... 2010-7-25 22:05:43 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#70579 Radio Updates Kool Breeze has returned with his information shows1 Another Reality 12am around 5am Friday nightearly Saturday morning2 360 Degrees 7pm 10pm Sunday Both of these shows can be heard on Flames 105.2FM London. You can also hear the shows online at www.flamesradio.co.uk ......................................... I recently stumbled across 2 new current affairs show which broadcast on Sheffield Live 92.3FM 1. Onu Igbo hosted by Mildred Opkara. The show broadcasts on Mondays from 1pm 2pm Onu Igbo is a programme that showcases Nigerian music interviewsentertainment news sports and also events as it happens in the 3 languages of Nigeria IgboYoruba and English. Music in Hausa language will also be played. The programme will keep Nigerians living in Sheffield and Britain at large abreast of latest developments at home. 2. Kilimanjaro hosted by Claire Mongo amp Mildrede Okpara. Broadasts Wednesdays 1pm 2pm A programme that highlights the sociocultural and econom... 2010-7-17 00:50:52 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#70423 In Memeory of Janet Narh I apologsie in advance for my lateness. When the one year anniversary of Ms Janet Buerki Narhs death came on the 20th June 2010 my internet sever was done so I was not able to do any updates on the website. Janet trained in the Legal Profession in the UK working in the legal sector for over ten years specialising in Immigration Employment and Family Law. Janet then went on to also work in the area of development broadcasting and gender advocacy. Producer amp Host BEN TV Sky Channel 184 Womans Hour Janet was the former Director of Programmes OBE TV on Sky Channel 204UK. Former Executive Producer of TV Programme TALK GHANA broadcast on TV 3 20002003 Financial Secretary of Africa Society Initiatives UK Coproducer and host of Radio Programme Ballot Box and Platform Africa on Radio Gold Ghana and GFM Radio UK Working for GFM Radio BBC Radio Gold Choice FM Gender Janet was a member of the committee that drafted the Solemn... 2010-7-14 22:14:01 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#70106 Radio Updates Bang Radio 103.6FMs Subject Blu The Chat Show hosted by Sheryl Blu Monday and The Lounge hosted by Dionne Grant Tuesday have both moved to a new time slot of 6pm 7pm . ............................................. Sista Aura now hosts 2 more information shows. You can catch them 1 Blues UK Radio at www.bluesukradio.co.uk on Tuesday evenings from 9pm 11pm and 2 Ban2Radio at www.ban2radio.com on Wednesday afternoons from 1pm 4pm. ........................................... According to an article in last weeks Voice Newspaper so far over 300 people have signed a petition to save Birmingham Citys first legal black community radio station Newstyle Radio. Read the article here httpwww.ddgtraining.co.uksavensrimagesvoicerally To sign the ongoing petition go to this link httpwww.ddgtraining.co.ukPetition.html If people would like some background information on what caused the fallout bewteen the staff at New Style Radio and its Directors plus the ... 2010-7-11 14:46:42 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#69503 Radio Updates The All Eyes on Egypt Radio Show on Kbit Radio Luton is now broadcasting between 1pm 3pm Last weeks edition of The Pan African Drum on Nyansapo Radio London will be the last for the timebeing. Toyin Agbetu had previously mentioned this in the previous Ligali Newsletter. The campaign to Save New Style Radio Midlands has been picking up momentum over the last few weeks Below is the last recent article written in the national press about the crisis New Style Radio campaigners stage rally July 3rd 2010 by Sophie Cross Birmingham Mail tm.siteLife.daapi.getArticle 449731926775621 functionarticle tm.siteLife.display.displayCommentCount article sitelifecommentsWidgettop false Comments true call anonymous function SUPPORTERS of a Birmingham radio station where staff were locked out in a bitter industrial dispute staged a rally in a city park. The dispute flared over the future of African Caribbean station N... 2010-7-4 13:32:55 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#69497 Afroradio receives Outstanding Community Service award Craols newest member Afroradio based in Waterford has just recieved an award for Outstanding Community Service Contribution. The Award was presented by the ISU and Edmund Rice Heritage Center in Waterford. Chris Tunji the CoordinatorStation Manager with Afroradio says This is our very first award in recognition of our impact in the community and we are very happy and motivated further by this. On the stations website is the following message Afroradio is now a proud recipient of the Outstanding Community Service Contribution Award. Thanks to the ISU Edmund Rice Center and the entire Waterford community. Congratulations to all our listeners friends fans partners volunteers and presenters. Remember your Afroradio is not about technology skills or expertise. Were no experts but a group of individuals with a passion for touching our community positively helping ourselves to explore and expand the hidden sense of creativity... 2010-7-4 11:32:03 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#67315 Radio Updates Chinyere Nwobani aka Griot Chinyere the Founder of Chi Creation Stories now has a weekly guest spot on Sister Shaus show on Ban2Radio on Wednesday eveninings between 7.30pm and 9.30pm. Last week Griot Chinyere hosted a special one off show on Ban2Radio focusing on the topic The Griot Way Her slot will focus on the power of storytelly. Griot Chinyere will tell stories play music and endevour to take your imagination on a wondrous beautiful journey and adventure. Look forward to sharing your energy over the internet highway. Checkout her website www.chicreationstories.com ...Chi Creation Stories was set up to inspire visions through oral traditions and keep the magic and power of storytelling alive while making it relevant to 21st century Britain. Our main activities are Griot performances of modern ancient and original stories with storytellers and musicians Workshops were we use storytelling as a tool to teach maths literature art history and goergraphy We run... 2010-6-7 23:28:29 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#67201 Radio Updates London Galaxy 99.5 FM under attack On Saturday 5th June during the afternoon I received news that the Galaxy FM studio had been raided by police and that Community Broadcaster Dr Aboo had been arrested and taken to Walworth Police Station . The incident apparently took place earliar that morning which explained why Galaxy FM was not transmitting on the FM dial at all that day I later heard via email and via an on air broadcast on another community radio station Ban2Radio that Dr Aboo had been released from Walworth Police Station he had been released around 4pm that same day. Galaxy FM are now broadcasting again currently only online. I caught a bit of the afternoon talkshow featuring Bongo Tetteh Dr Aboo and Elder Herukutti however I was not able to listen to enough of the show to understand why the police raid took place. From what I heard I got the impression the police raided the studio for an unjustified reason. There was mentinong of the police taking... 2010-6-6 22:17:46 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#67120 2010-6-6 12:17:14 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#66751 Radio Updates London New youth orientated talk show on Urban Jazz Radio on Tuesdays 4pm 7pm called Code 7Youth hosted by Shuwanna Aaron www.urbanjazz.org Politics Today on Monday evenings hosted by Shola Frantus on NPower Radio from 7pm 9pm The Team at Ghettoology have recently added G.E.T.O Podcasts previous Ghettoology shows from previous shows httpwww.ghettoology.co.uk Bristol The Good Food Show hosted by Charles Banda on Ujima Radio Sundays 1pm 2pm httpwww.ujimaradio.com South America Radio 10 Suriname community radio station httpwww.radio10.sr Monday Friday The Morning Programme 6am 8am Monday Friday Saturday 90 Seconds 10am 11am hosted by Steven Fredrick Lust Apinte 10 Radio httpwww.apintie.sr ............................................................ Newspapers Magzine Updates Taste the Caribbean Caribbean cuisine food guide. New publication httpwww.tastethecaribbean.eupublications.html ReConnect Africa June httpwww.r... 2010-6-1 22:54:05 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#66748 Join the Colourtelly Film School Tired of the rate race You want a new career making movies Check this out Colourtelly Studios summer film school is the only film course that offers you handson experience in making movies documentries and soap operas for broadcast. It teaches you everything from scriptwriting to camera work editing and directing. This is no practice run this is the REAL DEAL. You spend the whole time making movies. NOT talking about making them. This course normally costs 1631599. But if you hurry you can sign up for a special offer of only 163399 Simply drop an email to infocolourtelly.tv mentioning the DOTUN ADEBAYO COLUMN OFFER The above artilce was taken from Dotun Adebayos column in last weeks edition of The Voice Newspaper 2010-6-1 22:35:59 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#66542 How one pastor is changing the face of religious broadcasting BY Marcia Dixon Christian TV station OHTV is proving a hit with a wide range of viewers ONE MAN aiming to change the face of religious television is Akin Salami. He serves as CEO of one of the UKs most innovative Christian TV stations OH TV. Launched on the SKY platform in 2008 and owned by the Redeemed Christian Church of God the station is unique in that it features more than just the religious ministry programmes and music shows. OHTV broadcasts provide a wide range of entertaining wholesome programmes that are not necessarily religious in the hope of appealing to a broad range of people. Sharing the reasoning behind this new approach to religious TV Akin stated OH TV was launched in June 2008 with a mandate to deliver the good news to people who would not ordinarily tune in to a channel in the religious genre on the SKY satellite platform. Public acceptance was initially slow as our proposition as a c... 2010-5-30 23:53:46 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#65075 Radio Updates Nomad Radio LondonSomalian community radio station youth orientated www.nomadradio.co.uk They now have The Politics Show which is hosted by Nurradin on Mondays 8pm 10pm Young Voices will now broadcast from 6pm 8pm instead of 5pm 7pm New current affairs show called Pixie which is now on Sundays 3pm 5pm The All Eyes on Egypt Radio Show Question amp Answer Show will start broadcasting on Kbit Radio Luton this Sunday 12pm 2pm. www.kbitradio.com The John Aldred Show which use to broadcast on Saturday evenings from 8pm 10pm now broadcasts on Wednesday nights from 10pm 12am BBC Radio Birmingham Included information for Double 7 FM. A weekend current affairs station which covers issues affecting the Black community in the Netherlands. Programmes broadcast every Friday and Saturday between 4pm 7pm httpwww.double7fm.nl Publication Updates The new edition of Che... 2010-5-11 22:46:12 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#64541 Radio Updates I have included the following radio stationsshows on the website 1. Spice Radio 1London They have a community radio discussion shows which broadcasts on Saturday mornings from 10am 12pm 2. Kbit Radio Luton They have a few community informationtalk shows Ease The Pain Show Mondays 7pm 8pm Big Sista Talk Fridays 6pm 7pm Youth Talk Show Monday Friday 4pm 6pm All Eyeys On Egypt Radio Show Coming Soon 3. Somali Radio Denmark Information coming soon 4. Radio Harmuud Denmark Information coming soon .............................................................................. NewspapersMagazine Updates Do you have a flair for illustration Do you enjoy being creative Then this could be just the competition for youNubia Youth Magazine invites you to try your hand at designing a cartoon strip with the winners work being published in our first ever issueOf course everyone likes a prize right ... 2010-5-4 18:49:59 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#63906 Blood Donor Documentry to be shown Blood For Blood will again be broadcasted on Monday 26th April 2010. On BBC World Service as part of the Health Check. MW 648 or via the BBC World Service on the Internet. Broadcasts These times are shown in BST which is GMT 1 1. Monday 26th Apr 2010 1032am 2. Monday 26th Apr 2010 1532 3. Monday 26th Apr 2010 2032 4. Tuesday 27th Apr 2010 0132 5. Sunday 2nd May 2010 2232 Why are Black and Asian people in Britain reluctant to act as blood bone marrow and organ donors What lies behind the reluctance of Black and Asian people in Britain to act as blood and organ donors Statistically they are far less likely to come forward as donors than their white compatriots. The oft repeated suggestion is that there is a greater fear and suspicion of the medical profession by these groups. But is that really the case Might the answers be cultural religious or stem from a lack of awareness The problem is made even more stark by figures w... 2010-4-26 19:43:25 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#63799 The struggle to save Black radio By Betsey PiettePhiladelphiaPublished Mar 21 2010 900 PM A spirited program addressing the tactics used by corporate media to undermine Black radio was held in Philadelphia March 9. It was attended by activists already involved in efforts to stem this tide and others concerned over how to keep peoples news and culture alive and thriving. The program hosted by the Philadelphia International Action Center and the Prometheus Radio Project featured Iyanna Nana Soul Jones and USavior Washington from Black Waxx Multimedia. It was also the Philadelphia premier of an exciting documentary produced in 2008 by Washington entitled Disappearing Voices The Decline of Black Radio. Following the movie screening Jones and Washington were joined on a panel by Cody Anderson station manager of WURD and former owner of WHAT radio Andalusia Knoll from the Prometheus Radio Project Berta JoubertCeci of the Peoples Video Network and Jasper Jones with West Philadelphia... 2010-4-25 21:06:01 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#63692 Report on the attack of an African Descendent Community Radio Station in Honduras Though these events took place a few months ago I thought it might interest us in the UK as well as those in other parts of the diaspora Arson attack on community radio station previously targeted by coup supporters RSFIFEX A community radio station that serves the AfroCaribbean Garifuna community in the Atlanticcoast town of Triunfo de la Cruz was ransacked and torched on the morning of 6 January 2010. The station called Faluma Bimetu or Radio Coco Dulce has often been threatened because of its opposition to the June 2009 coup d233tat and to real estate projects in the region. The arson attack on Faluma Bimetu confirms that news media that are independent or opposed to the coup are still in danger Reporters Without Borders said. The threat is all the greater for community radio stations which are not recognised by Honduran Law. The press freedom organisation added The government should help Faluma... 2010-4-24 01:00:47 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#63689 Radio Updates Uploaded the details of an Eritrean Community radio programme called Adal Voice of Eritrea hosted by Aklilu Abraham. It broadcasts on Sheffield Live 93.2FM. For more information checkout the Yorkshire Page I recently came across a London based Congolese medium called Radio TV Bendele www.radiotvbendele.net Once I get more information on the current affairs focused shows they broadcast I will upload their details into the London Page Came across a London based Ugandan online station called Kyeyo Radio at www.kyeyoworld.com . I will upload the various shows into the London Page once they start broadcasting consistently every week.Here is an overview of the current affairsinformation shows they have on their station 1. Kyeyo In Focus hosted by G William Kiberu. Kyeyo In Focus is the Kyeyo Radios flagship programme. Its a music talk show and interview production that features different guests from within the Diaspora. Programme broadcasts in English amp Luganda 2.... 2010-4-23 23:49:25 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#62943 Radio Update Afroradio Irelands premier African community radio station has started to broadcast. On Sunday the 11th April 2010 the broadcasted their first Open House Show which is a topical community discussion show. The show was hosted by Susan and Sholla The topic was the role smacking plays in educating children For more information keep in touch withwebsite www.afroradio.net and the radio statiosn facebook group httpwww.facebook.comhome.phpafroradio.netrefts . NewspapersPublications Updates The Trumpet have recently published the 2010 edition of the African Restaurant amp Food Retailer Directory. This directory highlights various African Restaurants and Food Retailers in London Birmingham Manchester and Liverpool. Its available from various African foodshops across London For more information you can contact The Trumpet directly on 0208 5226600 .................................................................... The new edition of Knowledge Fountain Magazine ... 2010-4-13 18:44:17 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#62699 Radio Show Updates 1. Karl X Schedule reshuffle Karl Xs Nubian Akoustik Show has moved to Sunday afternoons from 3pm 5pm Karl X also hosts Hard Talk with Karl X on Ban2Radio. The show will broadcast on Tuesdays from 6.30pm 9.30pm www.ban2radio.com Hard Talk will look at the issues of the day from a blak perspective and present lively drive time debate.Also presenting global news not presented in the mainstream media with a drop of righteous muzik. 2. Irelands Afroradio building momentum Christopher Tunji the Founder of Afroradio in Ireland is in the process of putting the finishing touches to the online radio station There have been a few on air broadcasts plus the programme schedule has been uploaded Keep up to date with the stations developments via the following Facebook httpwww.facebook.comgroup.phpgid105879279445922ampvinfoafroradio.netrefts Website www.afroradio.net 3. New host for Galaxy 99.5FM The 10pm 12am slot on Sunday nights is now being filled wi... 2010-4-10 16:11:05 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#62251 Interested in Radio Then Reprezent is the place for you Reprezent is looking for 19 25 year olds who live work or study in Southwark to participate in FREE Radio Courses. The following courses will be running over the next few months Introduction to Radio Participants will learn all the elements needed to present and produce their own show including how to make jingles how to use radio equipment and how to conduct an interview. Become a Presenter Participants will learn all the elements needed to present their own discussionbased show including how to plan and record a show and how to conduct an interview. Radio Journalism Participants will learn all the elements needed to make radio packages including interview techniques and digital editing. If you are interested in a place on one of the above sessions then please fill in the registration form and email it to Lydia at LydiaHeclecticproductions.co.uk or post it to Lydia Hoskin Eclectic Productions 441 New Cro... 2010-4-5 17:12:24 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#62165 Educational Links Updates I have recently added the follwoing links to the Educational Links section of the website 1. Black History Knowledge Courses Blacknet recently launched the Black History Knowledge Course which is aimed at adults andor their children who wish to learn about Black History in a more structured manner at their own pace and gain the Black History Knowledge Certificate of Achievement Level 2 which can be proudly displayed on any wall . It will also be very useful to teachers and community leaders who are involved with youth or adult education. We currently have 2 Black History Courses available to our members and friends and will be adding Level 3 and Level 4 shortly.Level 1 is a free introductory course with a printable online certificate after successful completion.Level 2 requires a small payment. Successful students will receive a hard copy of the Black History Knowledge Level 2 Certificate of achievement plus an online printable version of the certific... 2010-4-4 11:31:29 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#62040 Media Publication Updates The April edition of ReConnect Africa Magazine is now available httpwww.reconnectafrica.comApril2010editorialsinthisissue.html ............................................. Nubia Magazines new look website is now up and running. You can downlaod past editions httpwww.nubiamagazine.co.uk ............................................. Issue 9 of African Writing is now out httpwww.africanwriting.comnine ............................................. MICHELLE OBAMA IS GIVEN THE POWERLIST March 15 2010 THE POWERLIST is in the White House. The winners of Islingtons Black History Month BMH essay writing competition gave Americas First Lady Michelle Obama above a copy of the Powerlist. The 10 winning students from Years 10 to 13 presented a US embassy official with a gift bag for Mrs Obama. Inside the bag were BHM 2009 tshirts and a copy of the Powerlist 2010. Karen Weir an African Caribbean Parent Consultant and the project manager for Islingtons 2009 BH... 2010-4-2 18:14:22 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#61810 New Community Radio Stations on its way I recently came across news that Krystal FM put in an application to Ofcom for a community radio licence. The information below is taken from their website ...Our aim is to provide the African Caribbean and growing Latino community of interest in the south London boroughs with a radio station that represents them. One of the key social gains is to be the training and mentoring station for young adults aged 15 34. Our mission is to divert young black adults away frm crime by providing a positive media outlet and encourage community cohesion.... People behind this upcoming community radio station The Directors Clovis Reid MBE Samuel Tsipoty Ellen Thomas Robert Nisbeth Michael Hamilton Neil Kenlock Krtsyal FM Team Linda Nartey Emelia Kenlock For further information checkout httpkrystalfm.com 2010-3-31 00:02:51 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#61809 British Heart Foundation aims radio campaign at AfricanCaribbean population March 15 2010 The British Heart Foundation has launched a new radio campaign in Birmingham to encourage the African Caribbean community to lead a healthy lifestyle to protect their heart health. Over a third of AfricanCaribbean men 38 and 32 of AfricanCaribbean women have high blood pressure the biggest known cause of disability and premature death in the UK through stroke heart attacks and heart disease. Now the BHF is targeting the African Caribbean community via a series of adverts which are currently broadcasting on Birminghams New Style Radio 98.7. The advert campaign called Rhythm and Rhymes uses humour and souka to raise awareness of heart health issues such as diet exercise reducing salt intake and also to promote the BHF heart helpline. They urge listeners to think about the importance of eating a balanced diet and keeping to a healthy weight to reduce the chance of developing heart disea... 2010-3-30 23:57:39 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#61049 The Corner The Corner is the latest addition to A.C GLobal Voices which has been incorporated into the UpdatesNews section. In The Corner I will be highlighting historical figures in the Black media world paying homage to past media figures who have passed away and acknowledging past mediums who laid down the foundation I came across this whilst browsing Youtube and thought it definatly deserved to be uploaded and used to to pay homage to arguably the first Black Community radio station in the UK which provided the community with a platform for discussing various community issues as well as playing conscious music httpwww.youtube.comwatchvKkheTf2e5wI The interview is with Cecil Morris the Founder of the first Black community radio station in the UK PCRL Peoples Community Radio Link 103.5FM PCRL the Midlands based community station has a deep rich history in the Midlands area. Many of the current DJs Broadcasters first learnt their craft whilst broadcasting on PCRL. They we... 2010-3-21 22:35:29 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#60989 Radio Station Updates I have recently added a couple of stations to the website. 1. Nomad Radio www.nomadradio.co.uk London based Somalian community radio station. They have shows on current affairs medical issues youth issues etc 2. GFM Radio www.gfmradio.co.uk African caribbean community radio stations mianly Ghanaian focused. Shows on African politics particular Ghanaian groups news reviews etc 3. Connect Uganda www.connectuganda.com Birmingham based Ugandan community radio station. They have shows on family issues and current affairs 2010-3-20 22:32:29 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#60792 Interview African Caribbean Global Voices Sun 14 February 2010 Ligali interviews Chigbo JohnPaul Ibe following the launch of A.C. Global Voices a website containing details of progressive African and African Diaspora media across the line. Can you tell us a little of what the project is aboutThe website A.C.Global Voices is an online Directory of all of the African Caribbean community informationtalkdebate shows across the world. Though the main emphasis is on radio programmes I have decided to also use the website to promote other current affairs based media such as TV stations magazines newspapers newsletter etcHow long did it take to compile this informationThe website took about 3 and half months to build I started it in mid October 2009. On the subject of gathering the information itself its taken quite a few years. I have been consistently keeping in touch and listening to Black community radio discussion shows since late 2004. It... 2010-3-17 21:11:23 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#59334 2010-2-27 01:07:48 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#59253 Reshuffle at Bang Radio 103.6FM Sheryl Blus Women Health and Lifestyle Show is now on Mondays 9pm 10pm Dionne Grants The Lounge is on Tuesdays 9pm 10pm Sheryl Nwosus Business and Politics Show is on Wednesday 9pm 10pm ...................................................................... New Nigerian Youth Magazine The information below is taken from Ehens website Ehen is about Nigerian Youths culture and lifestyle in uk. It addresses both male and female Nigerian youths with dynamic careers attractive lifestyles and considerable net worth. Ehen Reaches highincome Ladies and fellas ages 1834 living in the Londons top metropolitan communities suburbs and surroundings outskirts. We serve the emerging needs of todays affluent blacks by providing a select mix of quality feature articles discretionary issues and unique information pieces for Ladies and Fellas who have built their dynamic careers attractive lifestyles and considerable networth in the London metropolitan area. Ehen ... 2010-2-25 23:40:36 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#58592 Lee Jasper joins The Voice Newspaper Lee Jasper is the new Chief Political Commentator for The Voice Newspaper httptwitter.comleejasper ......................................................................... The latest edition of Black Bright News is now available The latest edition of BlackBright News is now available. To receive your copy send an email to blackbrightnewsaol.com Checkout www.myspace.comblackbrightnews ....................................................................... African Writing Magazine reluanching its print verison African Writing is relaunching its print version. So we are running an exciting discount on regular individual subscriptions. Prices start from 1633.50 per issue including postage. For further information checkout their latest Newsletter www.africanwriting.comnewsletterfa.htm .................................................................... Liberation Times Just found out that the Pan Afrikan Society Community Fo... 2010-2-17 00:25:58 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#58590 Auntie Dee returns to Blog Talk Radio with the Young writers Showcase Auntie Dee returns with her new online radio show called Young Writers Showcase on 77 Radio which has already started broadcasting on blogtalkradio from Sunday 14022010 4.30pmYoung writers of the future will be showcasing their work with excerpts from their writing and analysis and discussion. All are taking part in our FREE EXPRESSION CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS. designed to give young people a platform for their creativity and the opportunity to publish their own work. Brought to you by 77 Publishers CREATEABOOK WORKSHOPS and Lewisham Youth Organization Cehckout the link to her company 77 Publishers www.77unltd.com You can hear her show via this link httpwww.blogtalkradio.comauntiedee .............................................................................................. Qarma Broadcasts Programme Schedule Esther Austin has uploaded the February programme schedule for Qarma BroadcastCheck the w... 2010-2-16 23:45:11 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#56762 Special Saturdays are NO MORE Sweets amp Blues Saturday morning talk show has now moved to Tuesday evenings 10pm 12am. Checkout there new myspace page www.facebook.comsweetsandbluelove ............................................................................. Ghettoology Returns Though I am slightly late with this news after a few weeks off the internet Doctah X has returned online with his weekly Satuday Ghettoology broadcast now at a new time from 7pm 9pm The Peoples Party broadcasts on alternate Sundays from 6pm 9pm Checkout www.ghettoology.co.uk .............................................................................. Peace FM Schedule on its way After months of using alternate programme schedules Manchesters Peace 90.1FMs new schedule will commence from 1st February 2010 Checkout www.peacefm.co.uk ............................................................................... Nyansapo Nigeria For those who arent aware for the last few weeks Toyin Agbetu h... 2010-1-22 22:32:50 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#56757 N Power Radio N Power Radio has been broadcasting for the last few weeks on Sky Channel 0194. They will soon be broadcasting online and on DAB. N Power Radio bringing Round the clock entertainment Music amp Latest News Current Affairs amp Debate Shows Entertainment amp Sports Once there full programme schedule is up I will post the current affairdebate shows on the website For further information email infonpowerradio.net www.npowerradio.net Radio Biafra London This station has been broadcasting for 9 months since April 2009 Founded by Nnamdi Kanu Station Director and Dr. Chukwuma Egemba Presenter Taken from the stations website Radio Biafra was established as an independent radio station broadcasting on shortwave on April 27th 2009. The project has been funded through donations from supportive private individuals in Biafra. Radio Biafra air daily programmes on short wave to parts of southern Europe West Central Africa and South Africa. Currently the ... 2010-1-22 22:00:54 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#55617 Ban2Radio recently laucnhed on the internet on the internet on the 1st January 2010. Currently the broadcast over the weekend Friday Sunday They have a variety of information discussion shows covering politics finance current affairs poetry empowerment. Here is there curent line up FRIDAY 10am1pm Bro Kubara Talk Show 1pm4pm Jahdusha Whats OnEventsTalk Show 4pm6pm Bro Kwebena Holistic healthTalk Show 6pm8pm Ras Jah Ny Community InfoOur StoryStrictly Roots musicTalk Show 8pm10pm Abundance Bro Astermari Young PeopleTalk Show 10pm12 Ras Messenger Music amp Talk Saturday 8am10am Prophetess and Empress Caribbean Magazine plus MusicTalk Show 10am12 Sis Monza Current AffairsTalk Show 122pm Sis Jahdusha Word Therapy Literature amp PoetryTalk show 2pm4pm Bro Wayne MusicTalk show 4pm 6pm Desiree Ann Social CarePrison System60s70s80s MusicTalk show 6pm8pm Bro John Gospel Music 8pm10pm Ras Messenger MusicTalk amp Interviews 10pm12 Chairman H Guests Talk show Sunday... 2010-1-6 19:58:17 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#55431 2010-1-3 23:00:13 http://www.acglobalvoices.co.uk/page2.htm#55427 New Business orientated radio show Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE Founder Member and Former Director Choice FM Radio MD ASAP Communications Ltd President EFBWBO European Federation of Black Women Business Owners and ChairACBN African Caribbean Business Network www.acbnbiz.com will soon be launching the ACBusiness Blog Talk Radio . The show will cover Business success secrets business tips including accessing financecontractsnetworkinginternet marketingguest experts weeklyand all topical issues which concern you. To here a preview of what the show will offer checkout the test show httpwww.blogtalkradio.comacbusinessbloggtalk .......................................................... Welcome back Bantu Radio The African Caribbean Self Help Organisation in Birmingham have recently relaunched there online Pan African Community radio station Bantu Radio Checkout there new website httpwww.banturadio.co.uk . They can also be reached on myspacehttpwww.myspace.combanturadio ............... 2010-1-3 22:04:17