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Radio Albayane 95.7 FM Abidjan

Talk, French and local languages broadcast. Islamic Council of Côte d’Ivoire (COSIM). Stream live 24/7!

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About

🟩 Station Overview

Name: Radio Albayane
Frequency: 95.7 FM (Abidjan – with national coverage via satellite and relay stations)
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Affiliation: Media arm of the Islamic Council of Côte d’Ivoire (COSIM)
Parent Organization: Conseil Supérieur des Imams, des Mosquées et des Affaires Islamiques (COSIM)
Tagline: “La Voix de l’Islam” (“The Voice of Islam”)
Language of Broadcast: French and local Ivorian languages (including Dioula, Baoulé, and Malinké)

🟩 Background

Launch Date: 2002
Mission: To promote Islamic values, peaceful coexistence, and civic education through religious, social, and cultural programming accessible to all Ivorians, regardless of faith.
Focus Areas:

  • Religious education (Qur’anic recitation, tafsir, hadith studies)

  • News and analysis from an ethical and faith-based perspective

  • Social cohesion and interfaith dialogue

  • Community development, health, and youth empowerment

  • Live coverage of Friday sermons and Islamic events

Positioning:
Radio Albayane is recognized as the leading Islamic broadcaster in Côte d’Ivoire, offering moderate, informed, and balanced programming that speaks to both religious and secular audiences. It is respected for promoting tolerance, peace, and development-focused dialogue in Ivorian society.

🟩 Notable Achievements

Civic & Social Impact:

  • Partnered with UN agencies and national ministries to promote health, literacy, and conflict prevention

  • Played a key role in interreligious peacebuilding efforts during and after political crises

  • Trained hundreds of young journalists, particularly in religious and ethical reporting

Cultural Recognition:

  • Known for Ramadan and Eid broadcasts that attract national audiences

  • Host of regular forums with scholars, imams, and community leaders

🟩 Key Personnel

Director: Sheikh Moussa Drame (Imam and media consultant)
Notable Presenters & On-Air Talent:

  • Imam Cissé Djiguiba – Lead religious commentator and educator

  • Mariam Touré – Anchor for women’s programs and social development segments

  • Aboubakar Sangaré – Host of youth-focused shows on civic responsibility

  • Hawa Konaté – Presenter of the early morning “Al-Fajr” devotional series

🟩 Contact Information

📍 Studio & Office Location (Abidjan)
Address:
Siège du COSIM
Avenue 16 Rue 26
Treichville, Quartier Anoumabo
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire

📞 Phone Contacts

  • Main Line: +225 27 21 24 48 52

  • Studio Line / Listener Interaction: +225 05 65 70 30 30

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