Chamgei FM

Chamgei FM is Royal Media Services' Kalenjin-language station, broadcasting across the Rift Valley and on 90.4 FM in Nairobi. It is made for all nine Kalenjin sub-groups, from the Nandi, Kipsigis and Keiyo to the Pokot, Sabaot, Marakwet, Tugen, Terik and Sengwer.

'Chamgei' is how Kalenjin speakers say 'how are you', The slogan, 'Mugulel-dab Kalenjin', translates as 'the heart of Kalenjin'. Royal Media says culture runs through the whole schedule. Educational and information features sit next to Kalenjin music, comedy and oldies, and presenters are drawn from different parts of the community so that each sub-group hears its own voice.

The station puts a lot of weight on meeting its audience in person. Alongside live phone-ins, text messages and social media, Chamgei sends its team to agricultural shows, churches, road shows, listener days and sports and cultural events around the Rift. Specific show names and current presenters were not confirmed for this profile.

Chamgei belongs to the Royal Media regional network that includes Radio Citizen and Inooro FM.

Frequencies to tune to: Nairobi 90.4 FM. North Rift 97.5 FM. South Rift 90.2 FM or 95.0 FM. Nakuru and Baringo 95.0 FM. Signal strength varies by area, so try both South Rift numbers if one is weak. You can also stream Chamgei FM on this page, through Royal Media's radio platform or on the Citizen Radio app.