ORTB Radio: The Voice of Benin!

ORTB Radio is the national public radio broadcaster of Benin. Benin has a population of about 12 million. ORTB, the Office de Radiodiffusion et Télévision du Bénin, stands as the primary broadcasting organization in Benin, West Africa. ORTB radio is part of the ORTB group. It broadcasts news, entertainment, and educational content to the nation and beyond.

History:

ORTB radio was created in 1975, following the merger of two previous radio stations: Radio Dahomey, which was founded in 1959 by the French colonial administration, and Radio Cotonou, which was launched in 1964 by the independent government of Dahomey, the former name of Benin. ORTB radio inherited the mission of informing, educating and entertaining the Beninese people, as well as promoting the national culture and identity.

The radio broadcasts nationwide, reaching neighboring countries like Togo, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso, and has a large audience in the Beninese diaspora, particularly in Europe and North America.

Programs:

ORTB radio offers diverse programs, including news, sports, music, culture, health, education, agriculture, environment, religion, and entertainment, with interactive shows for listeners to express opinions.

The radio significantly impacts Beninese society by providing information, education, and entertainment, fostering social cohesion, civic engagement, and democratic participation. It upholds pluralism, diversity, and professionalism, adapting to audience needs and expectations. In brief, it is committed to providing quality programming that meets the needs of its listeners.

Presenters:

ORTB radio has a team of about 200 staff members, including journalists, presenters, producers, technicians and managers. It hosts diverse presenters, including journalists, hosts, and experts, who deliver engaging content that resonates with audiences. Some of the most popular presenters are:

  • Sylvain Amos
  • Marie-Claire Hounnou
  • Jean-Claude Hounkpatin
  • Sandra Adjovi
  • Franck Kpadonou

ORTB radio significantly impacts Beninese society by providing information, education, and entertainment, fostering social cohesion, civic engagement, and democratic participation. It upholds pluralism, diversity, and professionalism, adapting to audience needs and expectations.

According to a survey, this is a popular and respected media outlet in Benin, ranking the second most trusted news source, with 77{60297c3c1f31c932e6d9e222881b19d68abc8a6c613ff5fa51397582320704f4} of respondents listening at least once a week.

It aims to contribute to the development and progress of the country by providing quality information and entertainment to its listeners.

Website: ortb.bj

Email: contact@ortb.bj

FaceBook: ortbinfo

Twitter: @ortb_info

YouTube: ORTB_info

Language: French

Contact Number: +229 21 30 0048 / 96524451

Address: BP 366 Route de l’aéroport Cotonou Bénin

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