NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025 2 RADIO JAMAICA 75TH ANNIVERSARY FEATURE | THE SUNDAY GLEANER | AUGUST 31, 2025 SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS ago, RJR now Radio Jamaica 94FM began its journey as a local radio station and created a space to give Jamaicans a voice of our own. In the decades since, that single microphone has ampli- ed the stories, struggles, hopes, and triumphs of our people across generations. Radio Jamaica has done this by staying true to its core mandate, keeping the Jamaican people informed with credible news, current affairs, and community updates that touch every parish and every household. Equally important is how Radio Jamaica has kept us entertained, bringing joy and comfort through music, laughter, and the unique voices that have become part of our daily lives. Shows like Beyond the Headlines, Hotline, Too Live Crew, and so many others have lled our homes, cars, and workplaces with memories of generations past and present. Not to be forgotten, is Radio Jamaica’s commitment to our culture and uplifting our young people. Radio Jamaica has given many creatives, local artists, storytellers, and community the opportunity to spread their talent all across the globe. It has given space for our dialect, our humour, and our distinctive Jamaican way of seeing the world. At 75 years, Radio Jamaica 94FM remains more than a radio station, it is an institution, a national treasure, and a living bridge between our past, our present, and our future. It has stood as a pillar of credibility, public service, and cultural expression. Whether in times of national triumph or crisis, it has been a steady companion, informing, educating, and entertaining with integrity and heart. To the entire RJRGLEANER Communications Group, to the dedicated broadcasters and staff, to the loyal listeners who have tuned in faithfully over the years, you have all contributed significantly to the success of Radio Jamaica 94FM. May Radio Jamaica continue to evolve, innovate, and be the “Voice of the Nation” for many generations to come. Congratulations again on 75 remarkable years of broadcasting excellence. MARK J. GOLDING, MP Leader of the Opposition May Radio Jamaica continue to be the ‘Voice of the Nation’ CONGRATULATIONS RADIO Jamaica 94FM, on the remarkable milestone of your 75th anniversary. This is an achievement that marks three-quarters of a century as the heartbeat of Jamaican radio and a trusted national companion. Radio Jamaica is woven in the fabric of Jamaican society, chronicling Jamaica’s pre independence journey and shaping the nation’s exposure to entertainment. Since July 1950 as a subsidiary of the British Rediffusion Group with four medium-wave transmitters, RJR (now Radio Jamaica) has transformed into a multimedia powerhouse within the RJRGLEANER Communications Group. Radio Jamaica’s commitment to public service has been unwavering. For over four decades, the radio station has upheld an impressive record of community outreach: from consistent support of the Golden Age Home and its Cluster C centre, to rebuilding efforts following the 1980 Eventide Home re, galvanizing Jamaicans to act with compassion. Radio Jamaica has over the years used the medium of radio and now a suite of media services to appeal to our best selves as Jamaicans. Your entity demonstrates Rotary-level community stewardship and make a tangible difference in the lives of our elderly citizens. On the programming front, Radio Jamaica remains anchored in culture and conversation. From news, views, entertainment, opinions and programmes such as Sunny Side Up, Hotline and others continue to inform, educate, and entertain across generations. The legendary Sunday Contact programme, guided by Ralston McKenzie, has reunited families for decades and is a testament to Radio Jamaica’s power to bridge hearts and homes. Indeed, Radio Jamaica has embraced innovation without losing heart. The RJRGLEANER Group has pivoted over the years to include a shift to a uni ed “digital- rst” model and expansion of diaspora outreach via 1SpotMedia. Radio Jamaica’s 75-year legacy is part of Jamaica’s history, pioneering in media and entertainment and influencing the Jamaican narrative across the airwaves and beyond. Congratulations once again to Radio Jamaica 94FM on this tremendous achievement. Here’s to another 75 years of service to our nation! DR THE MOST HON. ANDREW HOLNESS, ON, PC, MP Prime Minister Congratulations to Radio Jamaica 94FM on this tremendous achievement Radio Jamaica has given many creatives, local artists, storytellers, and community the opportunity to spread their talent all across the globe. It has given space for our dialect, our humour, and our distinctive Jamaican way of seeing the world.
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