Radio spots
Radio spots are short radio pieces (usually 15-60 seconds) that clearly deliver a single message.
The written text can be translated and/or adapted to your local context, then recorded and broadcast during or between any program. Broadcast the same radio spot regularly so that listeners remember the message.
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- Agriculture
- Aquaculture
- Children and youth
- Climate change
- Community development
- Crop production
- Energy
- Environment and climate change
- Gender equality
- Health
- Hygiene and sanitation
- Land issues
- Livestock and beekeeping
- Marketing and market information
- Nature-based Solutions
- Nutrition
- Post-harvest activities
- Social issues
- Soil health
- Trees and agroforestry
- Water management
Sexual and reproductive health
Spot #1: Available sexual and reproductive health services SFX: INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC HOLD UNDER BELOW PERSON 1: What kind of sexual and reproductive health services are available in Malawi? PERSON 2: We have many services. There is medical treatment if you are sick, plus testing, counselling, and treatment of STIs, including HIV. You can…
Maize, groundnuts, soybean, and rice production
Spot #1: Managing weeds in maize and soybean FARMER 1: (SOUND OF BIRDS) Are you hand-weeding again, (name of farmer)? FARMER 2: (LAUGHS) This is the time of year when weeds grow the fastest. FARMER 1: But your maize and soybean look fine. Why pay so much attention to weeds? FARMER 2: Two…
Radio spots on maize, part 2
Spot #1: Planning and budgeting NARRATOR: What are the benefits of making a budget for a farmer? There are four kinds of benefits. First, budgeting helps you predict your expenses and income and create a spending plan for your farming season. Second, to receive a loan, you must show that you have a farm…
COVID-19 spots from your fellow broadcasters: Preventative measures, misinformation, vaccines, and the impacts of COVID-19
Spot 1: Be cautious with physical contact SFX: FLOWING WATER. FATAE: How are you doing, Abebech? Wow! You are really putting hard work into the irrigation! ABEBECH: How are you, Fatae? Yes, I sure am. I haven’t seen you in a while. Come over and give me a kiss. FATAE: Did you forget? They…
COVID-19 vaccines, vaccine promotion, public health measures, and gender equality and inclusion
Spot 1: Wear a mask and wear it properly NARRATOR: The COVID-19 pandemic has been exhausting—and it’s not over yet. But don’t give up! We need to continue to be strong for each other, and to protect our friends, family, and community. So even if you are fully vaccinated, continue to wear a mask…
Women in non-traditional technical and vocational education and training
SPOT # 1: Funding opportunities for training NARRATOR: Did you know that there are funding opportunities for young women who want to be trained to pursue non-traditional technical careers? There are opportunities and jobs for women as engineers, surveyors, architects, technicians, and machinists. And also as artisans and tradespersons in sectors like construction, oil…
Radio spots on cassava, part 2
Spot #1: Financial planning FARMER #1: Greetings, (name of farmer). Are you excited about the new farming season? FARMER #2: Yes! I just finished my financial plan, so I’m ready. FARMER #1: What do you mean your financial plan? You haven’t even bought seeds yet. FARMER #1: I mean that I’ve made a plan…
Radio spots on COVID-19 vaccines
Spot 1: Vaccine side effects Narrator: Mild side effects are normal after getting a COVID-19 vaccine. Like any vaccine, COVID-19 vaccines can cause mild, temporary side effects such as pain at the injection site, fever, and tiredness. These are signs that the vaccine is working. Get vaccinated! Protect yourself and your community. To turn…
Radio spots on gender issues
Spot 1: Suspension of some commercial activities CHARACTERS AND SETTING: Three women, including one civil and public works engineer, one trader and fabric importer, and one hair salon owner. HAIRDRESSER: My dear, how would you like me to do your hair today? FORMER TRADER: Twists with a bun. Please send the bill to my husband.…
Radio spots on maize
Spot #1: Choosing a site to grow maize NARRATOR: Farmers! For the best maize yield, choose the best site. Here are three qualities of a good site to grow maize. First, the land should be relatively flat. Second, the soil should absorb and hold a lot of water without becoming water-logged. Loamy soils are…