
Edutainment for Development in Africa
African Radio Drama Association
Suite 20/20A, East Pavillion
Tafawa Balewa Square (Race-course),Victoria Island
Lagos P.O. Box 70141
Nigeria
ph: 234-01-4705390, 4710659
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ARDA is always open to any topic concerning development. Tackling controversial and important issues is taken with pride by our talented staff.
Here are some of the past, current and future projects produced by ARDA. These simple overview cannot do justice to the amount of work put into their production, including workshops, meetings, revisions and coordination
ARDA is always grateful to its partners. Copies of recordings and scripts are on hand and are free for interested broadcasters or persons. Please Email requests here.
Climate Change Adaptation Project 2008
Collaboration project with several partners focusing on improving the capacity of smallholder farmers in northern Nigeria to adapt to the effects of climate change. Launched in 2007, and to continue for 2 years.
When Breeze Blows—HIV/AIDS
This very important project focused on the important, topic of AIDS and adolescence. With funding from Shell and broadcast in the Niger Delta region, this drama series addressed issues associated with HIV/AIDS including good parenting, peer pressure and facts about the deadly disease.
The Long Dry Season
“Tales of Greed and Resourcefulness”. Produced with Farm Radio International, this soap opera aimed to educate farmers on how to combat desertification, and to implement sustainable land use.
Rainbow City
In collaboration with the Ford Foundation this extremely successful serial drama focused on democracy, good governance and human rights, particularly for women. It was also a capacity building project for over 25 radio stations in Nigeria and promoted advocacy for freedom of communication.
True Life Excitement and Magic on the Airwaves
African Radio Drama Association
Suite 20/20A, East Pavillion
Tafawa Balewa Square (Race-course),Victoria Island
Lagos P.O. Box 70141
Nigeria
ph: 234-01-4705390, 4710659
alt: 08024581239
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