Launch Event—UK’s First Afghan Radio
Details
Salam,
I am celebrating the historic launch of the UK’s first Afghan Radio Station on DAB, bringing Afghan culture, music, news and community voices to households nationwide.
Afghan Radio UK – DAB Launch Ceremony
A New Era for Afghan Media in the United Kingdom
An introduction to the UK’s first Afghan Radio Station on DAB
Reserve your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/launch-of-afghan-radio-uk-uks-first-afghan-radio-station-on-dab-tickets-1974511385707
EVENT OBJECTIVES
Join us as we unveil this groundbreaking radio platform dedicated to representing and uplifting the Afghan community across the UK. This pioneering station will broadcast in Farsi, Dari, Pashto and English, offering news, cultural programming, music, community updates, youth voices, and opportunities for British Afghans to share their stories.
At a time when Afghan communities across the UK seek connection, representation and reliable information, this station will serve as a vital hub—promoting cultural heritage, amplifying diverse perspectives, and strengthening community cohesion. Afghan Radio UK will also provide media training, volunteering opportunities and a platform for emerging Afghan talent.
The station will broadcast nationally on DAB and will soon be available on smart speakers, its official website, Radioplayer, and TuneIn, ensuring easy access for listeners across the UK and worldwide.
This launch marks a historic moment, celebrating Afghan identity, creativity and the importance of community-led media.
DATE: Thursday 15 January 2026
TIME: 5pm – 9pm
LOCATION: Afghanistan and Central Asian Association, Unit 9 Griffin Centre, Staines Road, Feltham, TW14 0HS
TICKETS: FREE ENTRY
Closest Tube station: Hatton Cross
Closest Train stations: Feltham
For any queries, please contact Darius Nasimi on WhatsApp at 07440153483.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Dr. Nooralhaq Nasimi MBE HonDSS (RHUL) – Founder & CEO, Afghanistan and Central Asian Association (ACAA)
PANEL SPEAKERS:
Professor Anna Gupta – School of Law and Social Sciences, Royal Holloway University of London
Keith Best, Former Member of Parliament for Anglesey and Chair & Chief Executive of Wyndham Place Charlemagne Trust
Shabnam Nasimi, Former Senior Policy Advisor to the Minister for Afghan Resettlement, Victoria Atkins MP, and to the Minister for Refugees, Lord Harrington
Philip Ruark-Davis, Education and Training Consultant, Afghanistan
FREE AFGHAN FOOD & TRADITIONAL LIVE MUSIC IS INCLUDED.
Live performance by renowned Afghan singer Yasin Mansuri.
Join me on:
English reading club: www.meetup.com/persian-culture
Spanish reading club: www.meetup.com/gaia-libros
French reading club: www.meetup.com/gaia-livres
Instagram @persian_culture_