Radio Rahma

Radio Rahma – Mombasa's Leading Islamic FM Station

Radio Rahma is an Islamic radio station based in Mombasa, Kenya, broadcasting on 91.5 FM across the coastal region. Launched on 28th December 2004, the station was founded by Abdulswamad Nassir — now the Governor of Mombasa County — to serve the Muslim community along Kenya's coast with faith-based programming, news, and cultural content. Radio Rahma filled a significant gap in the Kenyan media landscape by offering dedicated Islamic broadcasting in a region with a large Muslim population, blending religious education with mainstream info-entertainment.

Since its founding, Radio Rahma has expanded its reach well beyond Mombasa. The station transmits from Mazeras and can be heard in Mombasa and Lamu on 91.5 FM, Malindi on 91.3 FM, and Garissa on 91.9 FM. Its signal reaches as far as the Pemba Islands in Tanzania. Radio Rahma has also embraced digital broadcasting, offering live streaming through its website and a free mobile app available on both Google Play and the App Store. The station is recognised as a pioneer at the Kenyan coast for creating and managing large-scale community events, including co-organising Eid prayers in Mombasa alongside the office of the Chief Kadhi and hosting Eid celebrations at the Makadara grounds.

Radio Rahma's core audience falls within the 24-to-55 age bracket, with secondary audiences ranging from teenagers to children as young as four. The station broadcasts primarily in Swahili (approximately 80%), with English making up around 15% and various Kenyan vernacular languages accounting for the remaining 5%. While its programming carries an Islamic identity, the station positions itself as a bridge across community divides, targeting both Muslim and non-Muslim listeners through content it describes as high-quality info-edutainment. Programming includes Quran recitations, Islamic lectures, religious discussions, news coverage, and community-focused content that reflects the cosmopolitan character of Kenya's coastal region.

In 2023, Radio Rahma faced financial difficulties that led to the closure of its news department and the laying off of news staff. The station's parent company, Rahma Broadcasting Limited, has continued to operate and restructure its programming. Despite these challenges, Radio Rahma remains a culturally significant voice in Mombasa and the wider coastal region, with a strong social media following — over 100,000 followers on Facebook and 20,000 on Instagram — reflecting its deep connection to the community it serves. Listeners can stream Radio Rahma live at radio.co.ke.

Radio Rahma Station Details

Frequently Asked Questions About Radio Rahma

What frequency is Radio Rahma?

Radio Rahma broadcasts on 91.5 FM in Mombasa and Lamu, 91.3 FM in Malindi, and 91.9 FM in Garissa. The station's FM signal covers much of Kenya's coastal region and reaches as far as the Pemba Islands in Tanzania.

How can I listen to Radio Rahma online?

Radio Rahma streams live 24 hours a day through its official website at radiorahma.co.ke. Listeners can also tune in online at radio.co.ke, which provides free streaming of Kenyan radio stations including Radio Rahma.

Who owns Radio Rahma?

Radio Rahma is owned by Rahma Broadcasting Limited. The station was founded by Abdulswamad Nassir, who currently serves as the Governor of Mombasa County. He served as its CEO until entering politics in 2013.

What language does Radio Rahma broadcast in?

Radio Rahma broadcasts primarily in Swahili, which accounts for approximately 80% of its programming. English makes up around 15%, while various Kenyan vernacular languages account for the remaining 5%.

Where is Radio Rahma based?

Radio Rahma is based in Mombasa, Kenya. Its main studio is located at Rockwall Plaza, Mkomani, off Nyali Road in Mombasa. The station transmits from Mazeras and covers Mombasa, Lamu, Malindi, and Garissa.

What type of content does Radio Rahma broadcast?

Radio Rahma is an Islamic radio station that broadcasts Quran recitations, Islamic lectures, religious discussions, and community-oriented programming. The station also covers news, social issues, and cultural content relevant to Kenya's coastal communities.

Does Radio Rahma have a mobile app?

Yes. The Radio Rahma App is available as a free download on both Google Play and the Apple App Store. The app allows listeners worldwide to stream the station's live broadcasts directly on their smartphones.

When was Radio Rahma founded?

Radio Rahma was launched on 28th December 2004. It was established by Abdulswamad Nassir as a dedicated Islamic broadcasting platform for Kenya's coastal region, making it one of the earliest Islamic FM stations at the coast.

Similar Stations to Radio Rahma in Kenya

• Radio Salaam FM — Based in Mombasa and broadcasting on 90.7 FM, Radio Salaam is another Islamic station serving Kenya's coast with news, sports, information, and Islamic talk programming. It was established in 2006 and shares a similar audience with Radio Rahma.
• Iqra FM — An Islamic radio station based in Nairobi, owned by the Jamia Mosque Committee, broadcasting on 95.1 FM. Iqra FM serves the Muslim community nationally with Quran recitations, Islamic lectures, and social programming in both English and Swahili.
• Bahari FM — Broadcasting on 90.4 FM from Mombasa, Bahari FM serves the coastal region with Swahili-language content focused on news, entertainment, and community issues, appealing to a broad coastal audience that overlaps with Radio Rahma's listenership.
• Radio Kaya — A Mombasa-based station on 93.1 FM that caters to the coastal community with programming in Swahili and local languages, covering news, culture, and entertainment relevant to the coast region.

How to Listen to Radio Rahma Live

To listen to Radio Rahma on FM radio, tune to 91.5 FM if you are in Mombasa or Lamu, 91.3 FM in Malindi, or 91.9 FM in Garissa. The station broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week across Kenya's coastal region.

For online listening, visit radio.co.ke to stream Radio Rahma live from anywhere in the world. You can also listen through the station's official website at radiorahma.co.ke. For mobile access, download the free Radio Rahma App from Google Play or the Apple App Store. The station is additionally available on Radio Garden and other online radio aggregator platforms.

Radio Rahma has established itself as one of Kenya's most prominent Islamic radio stations, serving as both a spiritual companion and community voice for coastal Kenya since 2004. From its Mombasa base, the station has grown into a multi-frequency broadcaster reaching Lamu, Malindi, Garissa, and even listeners across the border in Tanzania. Its blend of Islamic content, community programming, and cultural engagement reflects the diverse character of Kenya's coast. Whether through FM radio or digital streaming, listeners can tune in to Radio Rahma live at radio.co.ke and experience the station that has been a trusted voice on the Kenyan coast for over two decades.