Iqra FM

Iqra FM – Kenya's Pioneer Islamic Radio Station

Iqra FM is an Islamic radio station based in Nairobi, Kenya, widely recognised as the country's first and most established radio platform dedicated to Islamic content and education. Broadcasting on FM 95.0 in Nairobi, the station has served Kenya's Muslim community since 2001, filling a significant gap in a media landscape that previously offered little dedicated airtime for Islamic programming. The station is owned and operated by the Jamia Mosque Committee, the administrative body behind Nairobi's historic Jamia Mosque — one of East Africa's most prominent Islamic institutions.

Since its launch, Iqra FM has grown from a community-focused broadcaster into a platform with reach across Africa and beyond through online streaming. The station describes itself as the pioneer Islamic radio station in Kenya and has undergone rebranding and relaunching efforts aimed at modernising its programming and presentation. Its content spans Quran recitations, Islamic lectures, religious discussions, and programmes addressing social, cultural, and educational issues relevant to Muslim families across Kenya.

Iqra FM occupies a unique position in the Kenyan media market. While Kenya's airwaves are dominated by mainstream commercial stations broadcasting in English, Swahili, and vernacular languages, Iqra FM serves a dedicated niche audience that includes Kenya's Muslim population — a community estimated at roughly 11% of the country's total population. The station broadcasts in English, Swahili, and Somali, reflecting the linguistic diversity of its audience. Its tagline, "The Station with a Difference," underscores its distinct identity within a crowded radio market. Programming is built around education, mentorship, and the promotion of Islamic values, ideas, and talents, with a particular focus on youth engagement and support for halal small and medium enterprises.

Beyond religious programming, Iqra FM plays a broader cultural role by providing a platform for discourse on issues affecting Muslim communities in Kenya — from education and family life to business and social development. The station broadcasts 24 hours a day and also streams online, extending its reach to listeners outside the Nairobi FM signal area. Listeners can tune in via radio.co.ke for live streaming access.

Iqra FM Station Details

Frequently Asked Questions About Iqra FM

What frequency is Iqra FM?

Iqra FM broadcasts on 95.0 FM in Nairobi, Kenya. The station's FM signal covers the greater Nairobi area, and listeners outside this coverage zone can access the station through online streaming platforms.

How can I listen to Iqra FM online?

Iqra FM is available for live streaming through several online platforms. Listeners can tune in via radio.co.ke for a reliable online listening experience. The station streams 24 hours a day, making it accessible to audiences worldwide.

Who owns Iqra FM?

Iqra FM is owned and operated by the Jamia Mosque Committee, the governing body of Nairobi's historic Jamia Mosque. The Jamia Mosque is one of the largest and most prominent mosques in East Africa, located on Banda Street in Nairobi's Central Business District.

What language does Iqra FM broadcast in?

Iqra FM broadcasts in three languages: English, Swahili, and Somali. This multilingual approach reflects the diverse linguistic backgrounds of Kenya's Muslim communities across different regions and ethnic groups.

Where is Iqra FM based?

Iqra FM is based in Nairobi, Kenya. The station's studio is located at Al Huda Mosque in South B, Nairobi. Its postal address is P.O. Box 21186-00505, Nairobi, Kenya.

What type of content does Iqra FM broadcast?

Iqra FM focuses on Islamic religious and educational programming. Content includes Quran recitations, Islamic lectures, religious discussions, mentorship programmes, and coverage of social and cultural issues relevant to Muslim communities in Kenya.

When was Iqra FM founded?

Iqra FM has been operating since 2001, making it the pioneer Islamic radio station in Kenya. The station was established to provide dedicated Islamic content and education through broadcast media in a country where such programming was previously scarce.

Does Iqra FM broadcast 24 hours a day?

Yes, Iqra FM broadcasts around the clock, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Listeners can tune in at any time via FM radio in Nairobi or through the station's online stream.

Similar Stations to Iqra FM in Kenya

• Radio Salaam – Broadcasting on 90.7 FM in Nairobi, Radio Salaam is another station serving Kenya's Muslim community with Islamic content, religious education, and community-focused programming.
• Star FM Garissa – Based in Garissa on 97.1 FM, Star FM serves the predominantly Muslim population of northeastern Kenya with programming in Somali and Swahili that blends community news with cultural content.
• Kaya FM – Operating on 93.1 FM in Mombasa, Kaya FM serves the coastal region's diverse communities, including a significant Muslim population, with a mix of local news and cultural programming.
• Baraka FM – Broadcasting from Mombasa on 95.5 FM, Baraka FM caters to Kenya's coastal communities with programming that includes Islamic and community-oriented content alongside general entertainment.
• Midnimo FM – Available on 90.2 FM in Nairobi, Midnimo FM targets the Somali-speaking community with programming that addresses cultural, social, and religious topics relevant to its audience.

How to Listen to Iqra FM Live

To listen to Iqra FM on traditional radio, tune your FM dial to 95.0 FM if you are within the Nairobi metropolitan area. The station broadcasts around the clock, so listeners can tune in at any time of day or night. For those outside the FM coverage area, Iqra FM live streaming is available online through radio.co.ke, which provides free access to the station's live broadcast from any internet-connected device.

Listeners can also access the stream through various online radio aggregator platforms and apps that carry Kenyan radio stations. Whether on a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet, Iqra FM online is readily accessible for audiences in Kenya and around the world.

Iqra FM remains a distinctive and important voice in Kenya's radio landscape. As the country's pioneer Islamic radio station, it has spent over two decades providing religious education, cultural programming, and community-focused content to Kenya's Muslim population and beyond. With its roots in the historic Jamia Mosque Committee and a commitment to serving diverse audiences in English, Swahili, and Somali, Iqra FM continues to strengthen its role as a platform for Islamic values, youth mentorship, and halal business promotion. Listeners anywhere in the world can experience what makes Iqra FM unique by tuning in live at radio.co.ke.