KBC English Service
KBC English Service: Kenya's Flagship Public Broadcast Network
KBC English Service stands as Kenya's oldest and most authoritative English-language radio broadcaster, operating under the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC). Established during the colonial era, this public service station has evolved into a national institution delivering 24-hour programming across multiple frequencies. As the first exclusively English broadcast service in Kenya, it maintains a unique position in the nation's media landscape by combining news, cultural content, and music while serving as a vital information hub for both urban and rural communities.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Genre | News, Talk, African Music, Pop, Cultural Programming |
| Broadcast Frequency | 95.6 FM (Nairobi), 103.1 FM (Mombasa), 91.5 FM (Rift Valley/Western/Nyanza), 93.3 FM (Malindi), 95.6 FM (Machakos), 100.7 FM (Nyeri), 103.5 FM (Meru), 96.5 FM (Nakuru), 97.8 FM (Kapenguria), 88.6 FM (Lodwar/Lokichogio), 89.9 FM (Namanga) |
| Coverage Region | Nationwide (Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Nyeri, Meru, Rift Valley, Western, Coastal regions) |
| Languages | English |
| Ownership | Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (Government of Kenya) |
| Founded | 1927 |
| Contact Information | Phone: +254 (0)20 2223757, +254 725 281428 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.kbc.co.ke |
| Studio Address | Harry Thuku Road, Nairobi, Kenya 00100 |
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KBC English Service distinguishes itself through unparalleled national coverage and commitment to public broadcasting values, delivering balanced programming that bridges urban-rural divides. As a government-owned institution with deep historical roots, it maintains journalistic integrity while promoting Kenyan culture through music and local content initiatives. The station provides vital information access across diverse regions, firmly establishing itself as a unifying national voice. Listen live to experience Kenya's premier public service broadcaster.
