Mkma Ramadanfm

Ramadan FM was founded in 2009. It was Milton Keynes first Ramadan Radio. What are Ramadan Radios? Each year, Muslim communities across the UK are awarded a short term Radio Licence. Many communities apply for the licence so that they may broadcast during the month of Ramadan. These 'Ramadan Radio' stations are usually run by dedicated individuals on a voluntary basis. The content of the programming is not restricted to the playing of Quran. There are travel shows, family shows, sports shows, really a variety of content dealing with both spiritual & social issues. In 2017, there were a total of 20 Ramadan Radios broadcasting across the airwaves, from Slough to Edinburgh. Ramadan Radios provide a unique & timely opportunity for businesses to tap into the 'Halal Market' in the UK. According to Middle East news resource site Thomson Reuters Zawya, the global halal food and lifestyle market will reach $3.7 trillion in market value by 2019. The UK may only be worth a very small slice of this pie, with the Muslim population at around 3 million, however it is set grow. Businesses seem to taking note with an increasing narrative around 'Modest' fashion & 'Halal' tourism. Ramadan FM in Milton Keynes is funded by radio advertising & donations and presents a unique way to engage directly with the British Muslim Market, including large segments of the population who are not engaged in the use of Social Media. It might just seem like small scale operation not worthy of investment. But with over 1.8K listening online daily and growing, plus those listening over the Radio, these figures show promise of ROI for potential investors. Ramadan Radios provide an unparalleled opportunity to bring communities together & for companies to bolster their brand. Ramadan FM is now in its ninth year, a testament to the longevity of these projects. It continues to operate because of the community support for the Radio, drawing new volunteers & listeners, year on year.