LifeLine/ChildLine Namibia has a radio programme for children recorded by children. This unique radio programme has been in existence since 2005. Uitani ChildLine Radio is the only radio show produced for children by children in Namibia. On a weekly basis up to 20 children come to the studio on the upper level of LifeLine/ChildLine Namibia’s Head Office in Windhoek to discuss and record issues that concern children all over the country. Uitani ChildLine Radio aims to create awareness by educating, advocating and entertaining young Namibian’s by young Namibian’s. Hence, the Slogan, “we talk about what you talk about”. Uitani ChildLine Radio puts the children and teenagers at the forefront of advocating for their peers. The initiative is based on the principles of child participation, children’s rights and child protection. The uniqueness of this endeavour cannot be overlooked especially the unmeasurable impact through continuous awareness raising, reaching communities in sometimes unreachable locations.
An advert goes out on our social media platforms inviting interested children between the ages of 9-16 years old to apply to be Uitani Childline Radio presenters. Children are asked to fill in an application form. Once the application form is returned, we ask all the children who applied to write us a motivational letter stating why they want to be part of Uitani and what positive changes will they bring to the team. If the child makes it through that process, they are asked to come in and do a voice test. Thereafter the child gets interviewed by the Uitani Radio Co-ordinator and the Producer..
| Channel Name | Frequency | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Radio | 92.6 FM | Saturdays | 09h00-10h00 |
| Energy FM | 102.9 FM | Top 40 / Pop | Swakopmund |
| Jazz Vibes | 94.7 FM | Jazz | Walvis Bay |
| Classic FM | 88.3 FM | Classical Music | Luderitz |
| Rock Station | 101.1 FM | Rock | Otjiwarongo |
We run the only national helpline-based counselling service in Namibia.
45 S Shixungileni Street , Windhoek, Namibia
+264 61 226 889
info@lifeline.org.na