Mohamed Abdi – Zambia

Mohamed Abdi

Occupation/Title

Programme Director, Community Radio Station

Country of Origin

Zambia

Summary/About Me

Mundia Munikayumbwa is the Programme Director for a community radio station that serves rural communities in the Western Province of Zambia. With a strong focus on community engagement and media, Mundia works to amplify voices and address key social issues through radio programming.

Areas of Expertise

• Community Radio Management
• Women’s Empowerment
• Governance and Civic Education
• Media and Communication

Professional Experience

•  Programme Director: Mundia oversees the operations and programming of a community radio station, ensuring that it addresses the needs and concerns of rural communities in Western Zambia.
• Community Advocate: He utilizes radio as a platform to educate and engage the community on various social issues, particularly focusing on women’s participation in governance.

Key Initiatives

•  Social Change Initiative: Mundia’s initiative focused on increasing women’s participation in governance by addressing the factors that inhibit their involvement in politics in Zambia. Through the initiative, radio talk shows were organized to sensitize the public on the importance of education in promoting women’s participation in governance, aiming to empower more women to take active roles in political processes.

Skills

• Programme Management and Coordination
• Community Engagement and Mobilization
• Public Speaking and Media Production
• Advocacy for Women’s Rights

Mundia Munikayumbwa’s commitment to using media as a tool for social change highlights his dedication to empowering rural communities and promoting gender equality in governance. His work as a Programme Director enables him to create impactful radio programming that addresses critical issues and fosters community development.