Africa: UN Officials Spotlight Power of Radio in Shaping the World

13 February 2013

United Nations officials have hailed the enduring and transformative power of radio, not only as a means of sharing information with millions of people worldwide but also as a tool for shaping a more peaceful and sustainable future.

"More than ever, radio remains a force for social change, by sharing knowledge and providing a platform for inclusive debate," Irina Bokova, Director-General of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), said in her message for World Radio Day.

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