Kenyan radio stations broadcast news, music, talk shows, religion, sports and programmes in English, Kiswahili and regional languages. Frequencies are not always the same from one town to another, and ownership or branding can change.
Popular Kenyan radio stations
- Capital FM: music, current affairs and entertainment; known in Nairobi as 98.4 FM.
- Classic 105: talk, music and entertainment; known as 105.2 FM in Nairobi.
- Radio Maisha: Kiswahili news, discussion and entertainment.
- Radio Citizen: national news, talk and popular programmes.
- Kameme FM: Kikuyu-language broadcasting and community issues.
- Inooro FM: Kikuyu-language news and entertainment.
- Hot 96: contemporary music, talk and entertainment.
- Ghetto Radio: urban music, youth and community programming.
- KBC Radio Taifa: national Kiswahili public radio.
- Homeboyz Radio: urban culture and music.
- Ramogi FM: Dholuo-language programmes.
- Musyi FM: Kamba-language programmes.
How to find the right FM frequency
Search the station’s official website for your town’s frequency, or use your radio’s automatic scan feature. The same broadcaster may use different frequencies in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret.
Official licensing information
The Communications Authority of Kenya publishes the broadcasting licence register, including a June 2026 list of licensed broadcasting providers. A licence listing does not by itself guarantee reception at a particular address.
Listen online
Many stations provide live streams through their own websites or official applications. Verify the source before downloading an unfamiliar app or supplying payment information.
Contact radio stations
For news tips, advertisements, programme schedules or call-in shows, use the broadcaster’s official current website or verified social page. Old phone numbers and postal addresses should not be assumed accurate.
Choosing a radio station
Consider preferred language, news coverage, music and transmission quality. Compare several stations and distinguish factual reporting from on-air opinions and paid advertising.
