Africa Caribbean News Scotland

Who We Are

A Community-Led Charity

Jambo! Radio Scotland exists to advance opportunity, participation and representation through community broadcasting, education, training and creative activity.

Our radio station is more than a broadcasting platform. It provides a practical community space where people can develop skills, gain experience, volunteer, share their stories and participate in conversations that affect their communities.

Through radio, podcasts, video, digital media, training, events and community projects, we help people develop confidence, communication and creative skills while increasing the visibility of voices that remain under-represented in mainstream media and towards a more representative cultural life in Scotland, and inspires our vision of a Scotland committed to anti-racism.

Our Mission

Amplifying Voices. Developing Skills. Creating Opportunities.

Our mission is to empower communities through inclusive broadcasting, education, creative skills development and meaningful participation.

We work to:

Amplify under-represented community voices.

Provide accessible broadcasting and digital media training.

Create volunteering and work-experience opportunities.

Support young people to develop skills, confidence and aspirations.

Improve access to trusted community information.

Promote cultural understanding and community participation.

Create pathways towards further education, training and employment.

Provide a platform where communities can tell their own stories.

Provide a space that is guided by people who bring authenticity, expertise and experience. We aim to collaborate with the public, historians, the heritage sector and activists to allow for curiosity and reflection.

Our Work

Creating Community Impact Through Media

Youth & Creative Skills

Practical opportunities for young people to learn broadcasting, journalism, podcasting, video production, presenting, interviewing, editing and digital content creation.

Employability & Progression

Training, mentoring, volunteering and practical experience that help people build confidence, portfolios and transferable skills and progress towards education, training and employment.

Community Broadcasting

Inclusive radio programmes and digital content reflecting the experiences, cultures and priorities of communities that are often under-represented.

Refugees & New Scots

Accessible opportunities to develop skills, build networks, participate in community life and have voices and experiences represented.

Health & Wellbeing

Community-led broadcasting and information addressing health, mental wellbeing and other issues affecting our audiences.

Culture & Heritage

Broadcasting, events and creative projects that celebrate, document and share African, Caribbean and wider community culture and heritage.

Our Impact

Community-Led. Community-Focused.

Our impact is measured not only by the number of people who listen to Jambo! Radio, but by the opportunities created through our charitable work.

We provide volunteering, training, work experience, community broadcasting and creative opportunities that enable people to develop practical skills, confidence and connections.

Our programmes help participants gain broadcasting and digital media experience, build portfolios, develop communication and teamwork skills and explore pathways into education, volunteering and employment.

We regularly gather feedback from participants, volunteers, listeners and community partners so that people who access our services can influence the programmes and opportunities we develop.

UK Prime Minister Resigns: Black Professionals UK Debate Labour’s Government Future

As political debate continues across the United Kingdom, members of a Black professionals’ discussion group have been sharing their views on the challenges facing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and the future direction of the Labour government. The discussion highlighted growing questions about leadership, party unity, public expectations and the increasingly influential role of opposition […]

Black & White Festival 2026 Unites Generations and Cultures in Glasgow Celebration

The inaugural Black & White Festival, organised by Jambo! Radio, brought together hundreds of people from different cultures, age groups and backgrounds for a vibrant celebration of creativity, identity and community in Glasgow. Held at the Refuweegee Centre from 12 to 13 June 2026, the two-day inclusive festival created a unique space where people of […]

Refugee Week 2026: UK’s Biggest Refugee Festival Returns as Afghan Summer Festival Welcomes 10,000 Visitors

One of the UK’s largest celebrations of refugees, culture and community is set to return this Refugee Week, with the Afghan Summer Festival (MELA) 2026 preparing to welcome more than 10,000 visitors to West London. Organised by the Afghanistan and Central Asian Association (ACAA), the festival will take place on Sunday, 21 June 2026, at […]

One in Four Children Face Sexual Abuse Risks Online, New Research Warns

A major new study by Scottish researchers has revealed the alarming scale of online sexual exploitation affecting children across the world, with one in four children expected to experience unwanted or pressured sexual interactions before they turn 18. The research, published by the Childlight Global Child Safety Institute at the University of Edinburgh, estimates that […]

Windrush Survivors Speak Out: “We Lost Our Homes, But We Must Not Lose Our Voices”

For many people, a home is more than four walls and a roof. It is safety, family, memories and a place to belong. But for some members of the Windrush Generation, that sense of security has been taken away. A new report by the Black Equity Organisation (BEO), titled “Homes Lost, Lives Shattered”, shines a […]

Scotland’s Fastest Young Stars Set to Light Up Glasgow as SprintFastest Returns Bigger Than Ever

Scotland’s most exciting young sprinters are preparing to race for glory as the SprintFastest All-Star Indoor Championship 2026 returns to Glasgow this autumn with an even bigger and more thrilling event. Taking place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, at the Glasgow International Arena (formerly the Emirates Arena), the championship promises a day packed with speed, […]

UK Expands Landmark Prostate Cancer Screening Trial to Black Men

Black men across the UK will, for the first time, be invited to take part in a major prostate cancer screening trial under a landmark government-backed initiative aimed at reducing racial inequalities in cancer outcomes. Health and Social Care Secretary James Murray announced the expansion of the TRANSFORM prostate cancer screening trial to include all […]

World Cup Glory 7s Tournament Kicks Off at Toryglen

The highly anticipated World Cup Glory 7s tournament gets underway this afternoon at the Toryglen Regional Football Centre in Glasgow, bringing together talented teams, passionate supporters, and a celebration of grassroots football from across communities. The tournament is expected to attract hundreds of players and spectators for an exciting day of fast-paced seven-a-side football, cultural […]

John Swinney Begins Major Reform as Scotland Faces Budget Pressure

There is an old rule in politics and business: if a leader wants to weaken a powerful rival, they do not remove them. Instead, they give them a difficult job, place them under public pressure, and allow the results to decide what happens next. That idea now appears to be shaping major changes inside the […]

Afroscots United FC Set for World Cup Glory 7’s Community Tournament at Toryglen

Football fans and community supporters are gearing up for the upcoming Afroscots United FC World Cup Glory 7’s Tournament taking place on Sunday, 31 May at Toryglen. Organised by Afroscots United FC, the event promises a vibrant celebration of football, culture, diversity, and community spirit, bringing together players, families, and supporters from across Scotland. As […]