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Women in agrifood systems in Uganda

May 8, 2026

Introduction Agrifood systems are agricultural value chain activities of growing, harvesting, processing, packaging, transporting, distributing, trading, buying, preparing, eating food and disposing its waste. When discussing any aspect of the agrifood system, it is important to consider: gender division of labour; control over resources and assets, including income; decision-making power; time use and unpaid care…

Côte d’Ivoire: Women voice their views on reproductive health

May 4, 2026

SFX: CALL SIGNAL : HOST :                                               Today, we’re discussing the sexual and reproductive health of young girls in Côte d’Ivoire. Ruth Koffi will tell us how her family supported her when she started her period. This support profoundly affected her life and choices, and could inspire other young girls to develop a better understanding…

Expanding access to information for people with disabilities

April 7, 2026

Dear broadcasting partners, Access to information for people with disabilities is essential to building inclusive, equitable societies and stronger communities. Yet, many individuals still face significant barriers in accessing clear, relevant, and timely information due to physical, sensory, cognitive, or communication challenges. In many cases, information is not designed with accessibility in mind, leaving important…

Denial of access to contraception in Mali

March 19, 2026

HOST: Hello and welcome to our program on the denial of resources or opportunities through the lens of sexual and reproductive health—a phenomenon rooted in traditional practices. To discuss this, we are joined by three guests. Marama Sangaré, 33, mother of two daughters, has been a victim of this practice and continues to face its…

Right to contraception in Mali

March 13, 2026

HOST:                                               Hello dear listeners, and welcome to our program. For several years, the government of Mali has been making efforts to provide access to information, adequate services, and the necessary products for contraception. Despite this work, which has been praised by health and human rights actors, the contraceptive prevalence rate remains unsatisfactory according to…

Community perception: The right to choose one’s spouse

March 4, 2026

RISE OF THE MUSICAL INTRO, THEN FADE INTO THE NEXT SEGMENT   HOST:                                                Hello listeners, welcome to our program. Today, with our guests, we will talk about the community’s perception of the right to choose one’s spouse. They will discuss the causes and consequences of choosing a partner. We will also talk about the actions…

Youth innovation in agricultural entrepreneurship: Packaging as a means of attracting customers

February 17, 2026

Fade up signature tune, then out.   HOST :                                               Hello listeners, welcome to our show. Today, we’ll be talking about young people interested in growing vegetables and spices in the Central Kasai province of the DRC. Dierci Kamba has been growing vegetables and spices for two years. Today, he will tell us about his…

Understanding contraceptives and dispelling myths

February 9, 2026

Dear broadcasting partners, Misconceptions about contraceptives remain a major barrier to informed decision-making around sexual and reproductive health. Across many communities, myths, misinformation, and fear can prevent people—especially women and young people—from accessing and confidently using family planning methods that are safe, effective, and life-changing. Improving understanding of contraceptives helps individuals and couples make choices…

Celebrate the International Day of Education

January 13, 2026

Dear broadcasting partners, The International Day of Education is celebrated annually on January 24, highlighting the importance of keeping children, especially girls, in school and promoting the many benefits of education. Access to quality education empowers communities, strengthens economies, and helps build a more equitable and sustainable future. To mark this day, we are proud…

Public debt and its impact in Africa

November 28, 2025

Please note that this script is not a word-for-word record of the interviewees’ words. To ensure that we cover the key information about the topic, and that all readers will understand the messages, we have modified the text slightly, and are therefore using pseudonyms rather than the interviewees’ real names especially for our case study….