In Niger, where more than 80% of the population is illiterate, radio is the main means of mass communication. Simple yet reliable, the radio is everywhere, in the streets, homes and the bush. It entertains, educates, informs and helps provide a check on power. Today, through the radio waves, the citizens of Niger seize the microphone and taste democracy. This heartfelt documentary tells the story of Niger's FM revolution.
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About Doc-Debut
This film originally aired as part of
Doc-Debut,
a series on Link TV highlighting unique and groundbreaking
international documentary films. Each week features the U.S. television premiere of a
new foreign doc, offering American audiences unprecedented perspectives
on world events and culture, as seen through the eyes of individuals
across the globe. The series also provides a unique outlet for films by
independent directors and producers to reach a much wider international
audience.
DOC-DEBUT airs every Sunday at 8pm Pacific and every Saturday at 8pm Eastern.
