Supported by UNESCO, UNOPS, the World Bank, and local partners, the station broadcasts 24/7 in local languages, providing essential information on climate change adaptation, early warnings, and sustainable agriculture.
When Cyclone Idai devastated Chimanimani and much of eastern Zimbabwe in March 2019, it left a trail of destruction that exposed the region’s profound vulnerability to climate change, killing 634 people, affecting more than 270,000, and damaging millions of dollars worth of infrastructure.
Following this disaster, Chimanimani FM, a community radio station, was established in 2022 as part of the World Bank-funded Zimbabwe Post Cyclone Idai Recovery Project, with support from community members, civil society, and international partners, including UNESCO and UNOPS.
