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NOMAD RADIO
Nomad Radio is a UK based radio station which broadcast music, news, entertainment and documentaries and is specifically aimed at the Somali Diaspora based in the UK. It is owned by Nomad Media Ltd. The radio station broadcasts mainly in English but also makes programs in the Somali language. Nomad Radio had become an information hub due to the increasing number of the Somali population in the UK and Europe.

History
Nomad Radio produced its first pre-recorded broadcast on the 27th December 2008. The first live radio broadcast took place in July 2009. The live broadcast was received very well by the public and the percentages of listeners were high. Due to the lack of financial back up and technical expertise, Nomad radio went off air for a 6 month period since its inception.

Shows and Programmes
The main programs at Nomad Radio consist of entertainment & informative shows ranging from Health to latest music releases. The talk shows cover current affairs and social issues which are applicable to any demographic. While there are also talk shows in the Somali language which are specific to the Somali community, covering problems as well as achievement within the community. The Somali language programs are the most popular as they attract a larger and older audience ranging from 25-40 and 40+.

Website
Nomad Radio is currently based online via www.nomadradio.co.uk. Currently there are plans to broadcast via DAB, Digital Radio and Sky, in attempt for Nomad Radio to significantly increase their listenership. Once broadcasted live, the shows are are available to be listened to on the website for up to a month, thus making it convenient for those who have missed a show and wish to catch up.

Competition
Due to Nomad Radio’s unique formation, there are currently no radio stations that are in direct competition with Nomad Radio. However there are a number of Somali speaking radio slots in various radio stations in the UK. These are:
 * Westside Radio
 * East London radio station
 * Leicester radio station

Future Plans
In the next few years Nomad Radio intends to open stations across various British cities. The main offices are currently based in London. Nomad Radio is planning to apply for frequencies in the UK, due increasing numbers of Somali speaking communities across the UK and Europe, staff believe that there is a greater need for a radio station to cater to this particular group.

Awards
Nomad Radio was nominated and won a HAYA ‘Radio Award’ in 2010.

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