BBC World Service launches emergency pop-up radio service for Sudan
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BC director-general Tim Davie has mentioned an emergency radio service on BBC News Arabic for Sudan might be “crucial at a time of great uncertainty in the country”.
The radio service might be broadcast twice each day for 3 months offering “vital access to news and information for those in the country”, together with eye-witness accounts, news on diplomatic efforts and can serve to counter disinformation, the BBC mentioned.
The programme, which might be broadcast stay in London with enter from groups in Amman and Cairo, will air on shortwave in Sudan and be accessible on radio, on-line and throughout social media.
Listeners will even hear info on how you can entry important provides and providers in addition to evaluation from voices inside and outdoors Sudan, the BBC mentioned.
Mr Davie mentioned: “The World Service provides an essential lifeline to many around the world where access to accurate news and information is scarce.
“The enhanced emergency service for Sudan will be crucial at a time of great uncertainty in the country.”
The programme might be broadcast at 7am and 3pm GMT, with the primary service airing on Tuesday at 3pm.
Liliane Landor, director of the World Service, mentioned: “The situation in Sudan has escalated quickly with its citizens seeking clear, independent information and advice at a time of critical need.
“BBC Arabic’s Emergency Radio Service for Sudan will bring vital live updates of the situation on the ground and inform listeners of life-saving resources.”
The BBC World Service responds to emergency conditions globally, most not too long ago in February 2022 the BBC News Ukraine service started prolonged TV bulletins following the invasion of the nation.