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Villagers from the forest communities of Oshwe put on their best clothes and traditional musicians sang and danced to mark the launch of the new solar-powered radio station. Read more »
DR Congo Launches Solar Radio
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Photo 1 of 7Credit: GreenpeaceThe village of Oshwe was abuzz as hundreds of community members gathered to celebrate the launch of the the new solar powered radio station. -
Photo 2 of 7Credit: GreenpeaceLocal, provincial and national authorities were also present as DRC vice minister of interior took to the podium. -
Photo 3 of 7Credit: GreenpeaceA Greenpeace representative smiles at ceremony as she is presented with a piece of the opening ribbon. -
Photo 4 of 7Credit: GreenpeaceIn the run-up to the launch, locals from the isolated forest community located in the Bandundu Province also got involved in the project. -
Photo 5 of 7Credit: GreenpeaceVolunteers work to install 16 solar panels. Powering the radio station with solar energy will mean radio broadcasts will no longer rely on the availability of diesel fuel. -
Photo 6 of 7Credit: GreenpeaceThe station's broadcasting antenna was also raised to make broadcasts available to surrounding communities. -
Photo 7 of 7Credit: GreenpeaceRadio is an important communication tool since people use it to stay informed on local issues as well as for discussion and music.
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