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Miranda Rae is a Producer and Presenter with over 25 years experience of working in radio and music industries including her own weekly show on BBC Radio 5 for which she won a Sony Award and many years on the infamous Galaxy Radio where Miranda played a pivotal role in the UK’s music scene.
Miranda assists in overseeing, and helps to curate over 50 programmes a week. The role is multi-faceted and includes training, broadcasting, producing, programming, supporting emerging talent, social media, PR & publicity, event management and stage management, employing many technical skills including editing and using many different software as a user and a programmer.
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Ujima Radio are really excited to announce that the incredible Project Zulu will be returning to the UK from Saturday 17th May – Sunday 8th June 2025. Throughout the three-week tour, the choir will perform […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Radio Powerplays May 2025! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have your music selected to play on […]
Stephen’s story is both challenging and inspirational. He was a normal young person who made the most of everyday opportunities. Although his life was short, Stephen provides a positive role model of a life well […]
Stephen Lawrence Day – Tuesday 22nd April 2025! Each year, we honour Stephen’s life, inspiring individuals, schools, and communities to drive change. Stephen Lawrence Day is more than remembrance, it’s a day to celebrate progress, […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Radio Powerplays April 2025! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have your music selected to play on […]
In Bristol – a city that prides itself on diversity, inclusion and progressive values. it’s time we confronted some uncomfortable truths about how Muslims are too often misunderstood, misrepresented, and marginalised. The recently released British […]
A striking new mural highlighting the need for climate action has been unveiled by Dove Street Community! On Monday 7th April a beautiful mural was unveiled on Dove Street, Bristol. Created in collaboration with local […]
Countdown to Kilimanjaro: 1625 Independent People’s Epic Fundraising Challenge From 6th to the 16th of March, an incredible team of fundraisers will take on the challenge of a lifetime—scaling Mount Kilimanjaro to support 1625 Independent […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Radio Powerplays March 2025 in honour if International Women’s Day! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have […]
For the last 20 years, Code of the Streets has been a permanent fixture on the Bristol club scene, having hosted some of the biggest DJ names in the industry, entertaining loyal followers, who have […]
Bleed Kit Southwest founded by Leanne Reynolds have been working tirelessly to address issues of knife crime in Bristol and surrounding areas to support the families and people affected. The dean of Bristol, @brislordmayor Lord […]
Ujima Radio are proud to announce becoming an official patron for Carleen Anderson’s groundbreaking project, the blended-roots Opera MELIOR Opus Griot. Carleen Anderson is a US American born/UK Resident Music Artist respected for her […]
The Dark Ages Exhibition opens Friday 28th featuring live poetry with Edson Burton, Muneera Pilgrim and Tracey Heather Johnson with paintings by Mike Stuart of Disphoria Art! @ HOURS. 10 Colston Yard. Colston Street. Bristol BS1 […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Radio Powerplays February 2025! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have your music selected to play on […]
In 2024 we saw Bristol Singer, Marns, rise to success with performances at Bristol’s biggest festivals, she now faces the fight of her life! Amanah, also known as Marns is reaching out for support as […]
Come together to show support for Syd and to support the Motor Neurone Disease Association. An important charity event to raise money for Bristol’s legend, Syd Lawrence has seen a City of DJ’s and artists […]
Sokari London Presents a Charity Fundraiser Exhibition Promoting African Artists at Steak of the Art
Sokari is an African art gallery based in Bristol. Their mission is to empower emerging African artists by showcasing and nurturing their talent, sharing their stories, and investing in their craft. In collaboration with AMS […]
Check out this 24 hour line up on Ujima Radio starting at 8am on New Year’s Eve! It kicks off with the multi-award winning Documentary series about the Bristol Bus Boycott – Our Journey […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Powerplays January 2025! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima […]
*Hear Our Voices: Amplifying Neurodiverse Stories and Climate Action at Ujima Radio* Ujima Radio are proud to launch *Hear Our Voices*, an exciting new programme empowering neurodiverse participants to share their stories and spark vital […]
MATURE EVENTS Denim Blue Party Boxing Night! Spend the biggest Boxing Night Out with MATURE and the Denim Blue Party Thurs 26th Dec. Feat. DJ Style – Gal-Lion Dj Flamez – Krowned Kollective. Plus live […]
Don’t miss this week’s The Word with Miranda this Friday 4-6pm (repeated Mondays 2-4pm and available 24/7 on Listen Again). Miranda will be joined live on @ujimaradio_official This week we are really excited to […]
David ‘Syd’ Lawrence has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. DJ ALLIANCE SUPPORT FOR SYD LAWRENCE Following news that David ‘Syd’ Lawrence has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in June this year, many […]
Ujima Powerplays December 2024 Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Powerplays December 2024! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have your music selected […]
Starring Reggie Styles, DJ Style & Jus’ Neil MATURE Fridays returns to Harveys Lounge, Bristol! Bristol’s over 30s Soul Night Out: MATURE Fridays returns on Fri 29 Nov @ Harveys Lounge 12 Denmark St, BS1 5DQ. […]
Ujima Radio are really proud to announce our End of Year Celebration! Join us for this incredible night showcasing just some of the amazing talent locally and of course at Ujima Radio! Ujima will be […]
Civil rights campaigner Dr Paul Stephenson dies age 87. Dr Paul Stephenson OBE (1937–2024) was a towering figure in British civil rights history, whose relentless pursuit of justice helped pave the way for racial equality […]
ADVERTISE ON UJIMA RADIO! Ujima Radio are offering huge discounts to advertise on & off air. Reaching 30,000 listeners on 98FM in Bristol plus covering all of the 600,000 population of Bristol on DAB plus […]
@bristol247 are throwing a party you won’t want to miss! On November 30th, 2024, they’re taking over @christmasspiegeltent for an unforgettable night to celebrate a decade of independent journalism and community spirit, and we want you to be […]
Showcase your talent for a chance to open the Bristol24/7 10th Anniversary Celebration. A major event celebrating 10 years of independent journalism and community. The winner will perform a 45-minute set at this landmark event, […]
Bristol is famous for its culture from the artists that live here to the unique festivals and events. But this vibrant cultural city is under pressure, our community events are being squeezed by rising costs and reduced support. These events are the heart beat of our city, they bring us together and create space for celebration, connection and creativity. […]
This week’s guests on The Word with Miranda on Ujima Radio Fridays 4-6pm This week’s amazing lineup include the high flying, massively talented Louis Cardozo! Louis will be showcasing just some of the beautiful music […]
Neil Charles, brings his new project Dark Days to Bristol! Neil Charles: Dark Days ft Cleveland Watkiss On Monday the 7th of October Taking place at the Lantern Hall, Bristol Beacon Inspired by writer […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Powerplays October 2024! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima […]
Check out Don Letts + Queen Bee Ujima Radio has 5 pairs of tickets to give away, all you have to do is email: sales@ujimaradio.com and tell us how old is Ujima Radio. Winners will […]
When Miranda started out in the industry she was one of the few females in the job. Article by Yvonne Deeley – Bristol Post When a young girl from St Pauls was left blind in […]
The South West Sound System will celebrate local talent at the Bristol Rising stage! Journalist Yvonne Deeley gives a platform to this celebration of Grassroots Artists at Bristol’s largest Festival, see link below for the […]
This weeks guest on The Word with Miranda We have an incredible line up this week that includes the outstanding Bristolian, Clay Planter who is helping people involved in street crime to change their lives. […]
BeatDown promotions Aft Raps & The Caravan Collective Presents: Hip Hop Extravaganza Bristol Day Party 3pm – 11pm 20th October at @centralwarehouse.bristol You know the roof is gonna blow off so make sure get ya […]
Hip Hip Pioneer & Icon, Grandmaster Flast comes to Bristol! The legendary Grandmaster Flash is arguably one of the most recognised DJ in the world, and one of Hip Hop’s original innovators. His musical contribution […]
Ujima Radio are really proud to announce the return of DJ Eikkon in the mix direct from the United States on this weeks Ramp Up Radio! On Weds 11th Sept at 22:00 GMT on Ujima […]
Oscar Bristol‘s 40th Anniversary Oscar Bristol will be making available 40 entrance tickets to their 40th Anniversary celebrations at the Marriot Royal Hotel on College Greeen, Bristol, BS5 0NP, on Friday, 20th September, at this […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Powerplays September 2024! Are you a Bristol-based or Southwest-based artist? Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima Radio? Every month Ujima […]
Hosted by none other than Dr J – he’s bringing you…. The Greatest Afro-centric tracks on the planet at a brand new time of 10pm every Tuesday on Ujima Radio. Featuring music from the African continent and […]
Legendary Bristol band, Massive Attack perform live on Sunday! Massive Attack have announced the home-town gig this Sunday 25th August will be an eco-friendly event to provide a model for a more climate-conscious live music […]
DJ MAC 3 is returning to Ujima Radio on Monday 2nd September LIVE from 8-10pm! DJ MAC 3 aka Mark Mills is has earned his stripes as one of Bristol’s Top Radio & Club DJ’s […]
Another milestone will be reached in August this year, when Code of the Streets celebrates 19 year as a resident club night. Launched in 2004, and starting as a monthly night at Cosies Wine […]
VEGFEST FAYRE ON SATURDAY 24TH AUGUST 2024! Veggie, flexi or plant based curious? Thinking of going vegan or may be you are already vegan? Either way, this is the show for you! Bristol Vegan Fayre […]
Stand Against Racism & Inequality Stand Against Racism & Inequality aka SARI are a Bristol based charity that offer advice & support to victims of racism & hate crime. They also can offer guidance & […]
Help Rebuild the Carribbean islands after the devastation of Hurricane Beryl! This year we couldn’t fail to see the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean, which on record is the strongest hurricane in […]
Bristol Music World‘s amazing album will be officially launched on Thursday 26th September at The Mount Without! This amazing album is a collaboration of incredible artists who have donated their tracks to raise money for […]
Guy Bailey OBE, civil rights activist instrumental in the Bristol Bus Boycott, has been awarded an honorary doctorate by UWE Bristol. Guy received his Honorary Doctor of Letters on Tuesday 23 July in recognition of […]
Resilience after Disaster: After Hurricane Beryl On July 1, Beryl made landfall on islands in the Caribeean, Carriacou, Petite Martinique & Greneda felt the full force as a high-end Category 4 hurricane, causing total devastation. […]
Exciting Event Alert! Dive into the world of ADHD and its impact on diverse communities with Interculture‘s transformative workshop, “Understanding ADHD in Diverse Communities.” “Understanding ADHD in Diverse Communities.” Happening on Saturday, 20th July […]
Bristol Dub Club – All Day & Night & Night family friendly session! A family friendly all day & night party held at Lost Horizon on Saturday 13th July. The event starts at 14:00 and finishes at […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the Ujima Powerplays May 2024! Are you an artist based in the West Country including Wales? Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima […]
See below for the details of the funeral service of our beloved friend & brother Michael Thaxter aka Asher. If anyone needs transportation to attend the burial in Worle. Tel 07866-417-114 or email. If you […]
Congratulations to this month’s successful submissions for the 1st Powerplays of January 2024! Support and follow them online, their socials at the end of the page. In no particular order, this month’s Powerplays are listed […]
Ujima Radio wraps up the year celebrating 50 years of hip hop in a legendary stylee! Featuring a selection of exclusive mixes, interviews and show with a stellar line up of […]
“Music is magic and it’s brought magic to most of my life!” Sharing that magic with his debut show on Ujima Radio, Malcolm Haynes aka Baby Malc provides the perfect soundtrack for Christmas Day between […]
Bristol Beacon has reopened its doors with a huge FREE Housewarming party, with gig goers exploring every part of the building and listening to a huge range of incredible music. Ujima Radio broadcast live from this landmark and historical […]
On Saturday 11th November 2023 DJ Style dedicated his whole show in in tribute to our Brother Michael “Asher” Thaxter. Listen back to Part 1 here: Listen back to Part 2 here: Asher was the […]
Following the sad passing of our colleague & good friend Michael Thaxter aka Asher, @ujimaradio will be holding an evening to celebrate his life & contribution to the airwaves of Bristol. We would like to welcome you […]
Asher gave many years of service to the station. This sudden loss has left us devastated and in deep shock. Ras Asher was a true humble lion with a versatile music portfolio, from roots reggae […]
If you’re not out on Shop Local Gloucester Road early evening today (Thursday 7th), you’ll be missing out! Several of the shops – on Glos Rd Central and beyond – are staying open late for […]
Congratulations to this months successsful submissions for December Powerplays! Support and follow them online, their socials at end of page. In no particular order this months Powerplays are listed below: Are you an artist based in […]
Following the sudden loss of our veteran and very valued presenter Asher (Michael) Thaxter, all of us at Ujima Radio would like to extend our deepest condolences to Asher’s friends and family. His shows were […]
Ujima Radio announce Celebration Party of 15 Years of Broadcasting! Come and join the Ujima family celebrate in style! Don’t miss out! Come and join Ujima Radio’s 15th Birthday Party on Saturday 9th Dec 2023 […]
MATURE Events invite you to celebrate the festive season @ The Winter All White Party on Boxing Night Tue 26th Dec @ Rumours Lounge & Bar Kingswood. This annual event is an opportunity to celebrate […]
Ujima Radio are proud to announce we will be broadcasting live from the Bristol Beacon House Warming on Sat 2nd Dec! After a huge transformation, Bristol Beacon are celebrating their reopening, with a huge FREE […]
NEWSFLASH!!! Ujima Radio announce Celebration Party of 15 Years of Broadcasting! Come and join the Ujima family celebrate in style! Don’t miss out! Come and join Ujima Radio’s 15th Birthday Party on Saturday 9th Dec […]
Thank you to you and your colleagues for honouring Asher’s memory by your programmes and the tributes being broadcast. In addition to his well-known work in Bristol and with Ujima Radio, Asher was a much […]
Congratulations to this months successsful submissions for November Powerplays! Support and follow them online, their socials at end of page. In no particular order this months Powerplays are listed below: Are you an artist based in […]
It’s that time again for the Steers family to go the extra mile for the Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal One of the Ujima Radio family are undertaking an incredible feat of endurance to raise […]
Ujima Powerplays October 2023 Congratulations to this months successsful submissions for October Powerplays! Support and follow them online, their socials at end of page. In no particular order this months Powerplays are listed below: Are you […]
Looking for a career with impact? You may want to consider a degree in nursing – nurses in the NHS make a difference to the lives of patients every day. Search ‘NHS Nursing Careers’ to find […]
Ujima Powerplays September 2023 Congratulations to this months successsful submissions for September Powerplays! Support and follow them online, their socials at end of page. In no particular order this months Powerplays are listed below: Are you […]
Check out The Time Machine Show with DJ Cridge at it’s brand new time at Midnight till 2am on Ujima Radio! The perfect soundtrack for Saturday nights! The Time Machine Show spans 40 years of […]
Since the moving appeal by mother of Eddie Kinuthia 6 arrests have been made but no one has yet been charged over Eddie Kinuthia’s death. Eddie King Muthemba Kinuthia suffered multiple stab wounds during an […]
The 4 Pillars celebrating Hip Hop and the way it continues to influence Bristol’s culture and the rest of the world! As Hip Hop marks its 50th Anniversary this year, ‘4 Pillars Bristol‘ aims to explore its connection with […]
Congratulations to this months successsful submissions for August Powerplays! In no particular order this months Powerplays are listed below: Are you an artist based in Bristol or the Southwest? Would you like to have your music […]
Siren Bristol – ” Never Ever has there been a more eclectic, inclusive, intergenerational, diverse, vibing, incredible, electric audience!” By Miranda Rae – Station Manager/Presenter – Ujima Radio From the moment you arrived at Siren […]
Reparations Bristol Fundraiser on Saturday 29th July all day at The Star & Garter, St Paul’s, Bristol. Check out this great interview with Jason Clemmings from Reparations Bristol & Malcolm Haynes from the Star & Garter […]
Peacemakers Patrol make appeal! Yet another young man stabbed to death in St.Pauls. These stabbings must STOP🫸We are appealing to Parents and Grandparents to step up to the plate to save our young people’s lives..IT […]
Today marks Nelson Mandela’s 105th birthday. “It is in your hands to create a better world for all who live in it.” Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician. He was the […]
On Saturday 15th July the graduates of the Life Universecity LC and LU Life Church were honoured in a special celebration ceremony hosted by Reverend Palmer. Life Universecity has been running the Transformation Life Courses […]
Organisers of the St Pauls Carnival have announced that the event will not return in full until 2025. Former Ujima Radio Presenter and now BBC Journalist Dawn Limbu reports for BBC England: This year, over […]
Ujima Radio – NHS Takeover Show – Cervical Cancer Screening Dr Glenda Beard joins Miranda Rae on Ujima Radio this Monday 17th July from 2-3pm to discuss and share information about Cervical Cancer Screening. Following […]
Big Sexy Festy Party comes to Eastville Park, Bristol! One day urban free festival in a beautiful Bristol park for St Mungo’s!. From St Mungo’s website: “Helping to make it someone’s last night on the […]
Cinema Rediscovered! Cinema Rediscovered – the UK’s leading festival of classic cinema and film restorations – returns to Watershed for its 7th annual edition from Wed 26 Jul. From iconic Black Queer Latin American cinema […]
UWE Bristol students Matt & Bea investigate the Housing crisis in the city of Bristol on Ujima Radio! Tune in this Friday from 8-10am for The Rise Up Breakfast Show on Ujima radio. On this […]
CASTING CALL Docu Drama by Writer/Director Somina Fombo of Blak Wave Productions A nostalgic look into the black British tomboys from yesteryear told through the lens of queer black women who wore the label with […]
Roasted presents DJ Disciple (NYC) with residents. Deli-G and Ben Daley The Love Inn, Bristol on Sat 22nd July! This week’s featured guest on The Word with Miranda is none other than the legendary DJ […]
💥NEWS FLASH💥 This Friday two of the best new roots dub sound systems Roots Society Soundsystem & 1Relation Sound System to bring at Green Works, Brislington. Get ready for a night of vinyl & dubplate […]
Boomtown Festival aka Boomtown Fair helped the biggest African & Caribbean organisation in Bristol to take part in the biggest African & Caribbean Carnival outside of London! This year we wanted to make sure we […]
Check Ujima Radio’s Powerplays for July 2023! Congratulations to this months successsful submissions for July Powerplays! In no particular order this months Powerplays are listed below: Are you an artist based in Bristol or the […]
This weekend Sat 1st July, expect a full day of activities, music, food and live entertainment at St Paul’s Carnival. With this year’s theme “learning from the legends, remember, celebrate and nurture, and in-line with that […]
Join The Cause Bristol at the Creative Link Up! Come and check out this day and evening event dedicated to celebrating the grassroots creative community and connecting like-minded individuals. For Music lovers music artists, djs, […]
Interactive panel event with spoken word Learn about intersectionality & allyship for disabled members of the LGBTQ+ community! On Thursday 6th July come and join Interculture for this exciting opportunity to support / be part […]
Reverend Palmer returns to Ujima Radio for a brand new show every Monday 12-2pm – Soul Health & Wellness! Rev Palmer was made a Peacemaker – which is part of the United Nations – in […]
Bristol Reggae Orchestra & Windrush Choir are opening the Pryamid Stage at Glastonbury Festival today at 11am! With just hours to go until Bristol Reggae Orchestra & Windrush Choir perform on the worlds most famous […]
If you’ve only had one #COVID-19 vaccination, or not had one at all, book your #vaccination before 30th June. Visit nhs.uk/covidvaccination Share this page:
To celebrate Pride Month Ujima Radio are so proud to introduce you to the team that make up Ujima’s brand new LGBTQia+ Show ShoutOut Radio. Join Steffi, Terry, Andy, Lara, Matthew & Tara every Monday […]
Jay0017 announces he will take part in the 2023 Tough Mudder to raise vital funds for the mental health organisation Mind Charity! Jay0017 & his Brother Harry are participating in the 2023 Tough Mudder in […]
Dr-Pearl Jarrett who will be in Bristol at the E5 Church Bristol next Saturday 17th June talking about being an Adopted Parent and the massive racial disparity there is in the care system. Home for […]
Today is the anniversaary of the toppling of the statue of slave trader & owner, Edward Colston! On 25th May 2020 the brutal murder of George Floyd reignited the issues of systemic brutality! The sickening […]
Ujima Radio are excited to announce that Ramp Up Radio, DJ SUV, Slix MC & Chronic Drop MC, will be hosting the main DnB sound system at St Paul’s Carnival on Hepburn Rd 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 To […]
Festival of Nature returns to Bristol and Bath this month and invites you to its 20th anniversary celebration from Friday 9th – Sunday 18th June! This year’s festival is running 60+ events all about wildlife […]
BRISTOL’S THE MAZI PROJECT LAUNCHES CROWD FUNDER TO HELP MORE DISADVANTAGED YOUNG PEOPLE As food insecurity amongst disadvantaged youth in the UK increases during cost-of-living crisis, The MAZI Project – a CIC striving to […]
Project Zulu Choir visit Ujima Radio! On Friday 2nd June Ujima Radio welcomed the entire force of Project Zulu to the station. After a day of busking and raising vital funds the Project Zulu Choir […]
The Proud Mary hit-maker had long been battling high blood pressure and kidney failure and passed away from natural causes. News of her death sent shockwaves across the world, including to some of her nearest […]
Glastonbury Festival 2023 have revealed the full line-up with detailed breakdown of stages and set times. More than 1,000 acts will perform across more than 100 stages. With three weeks to go until gates open […]
Five new experimental club tracks from Ujima’s Atki2. Sam Atkin’s aka Atki2’s polari is an aural language all his own; emotive music, queer at heart. Touched by garage, uk bass and dancehall, but never getting […]
Globally renouned presenter TJ joins Ujima Radio! We are really pleased to welcome to the Ujima Family TJ, our brand new host for the Wedneday Cruising Show, the most entertaining radio show in Bristol! TJ […]
Check Ujima Radio’s Powerplays for June 2023! Congratulations to this months successsful submissions for June Powerplays! In no particular order this months Powerplays are listed below: Are you an artist based in Bristol or the […]
The 2023 celebration will commence with a series of fringe events from 22 June, marking the Windrush 75th Anniversary, and will culminate in the iconic day-long traditional Caribbean street carnival. Leading up to the main celebration […]
1Relation Sound System are hosting their first DAY PARTY at Lost Horizon Sunday 28th between 2-9pm! 1Relation string up their sound system for a day of uplifting music and basslines… Outdoor daytime dub outing with […]
Bristol’s titan of Hip Hop, MC KELZ (3PM/Galaxy) is back with a killer track entitled “God’s Poet”! God’s Poet b/w Just A Page is the latest release from Kelz and the latest on the ever-reliable, […]
Steppin Up Bristol celebrate 5th Birthday! Congratulations to all at Stepping Up Bristol who are celebrating their 5th Birthday this week! Celebrating 700 awesome individuals who have attended the Stepping Up diversity leadership and Community […]
Inispired Film Festival is back for 2023 curated by Cables & Cameras! This year’s Inspired Takeover by Cables & Cameras at Watershed is an action-packed one-day event on Sat 3rd June with screenings, talks and […]
Ujima Radio pays tribute to the Sound System Legend Jah Shaka when Peter D Rose will be dropping a 1 hour show dedicted to the Warrior of Dub! Peter D Rose of Smith & Mighty […]
Accomplished record label Acid Jazz & Other Illicit Grooves celebrate 35 magnificent years of trailblazing music with a series of residencies touring locations across the UK where Acid Jazz was arguably the strongest influence in […]
Harry Belafonte, Actor, Writer & Activist has sadly passed away. Born March 1, 1927 – sadly passed away April 25, 2023. He was an American singer, actor and activist, who popularised calypso music with international audiences […]
Check out DJ Bunjy from Laid Blak for this 2 hour back to back mix on Ujima Radio. We are really proud to announce the return of Laid Blak’s DJ Bunjy! Starting this Wednesday 10th May at 10pm […]
Don’t miss DJ Juicy at Code of The Streets at Rumours, Kingswood, Bristol tonight!! DJ Juicy aka Juice Masta is a well known and respected DJ on the music circuit stemming out of Gloucester, playing […]
The Tuesday Rise Up Breakfast Show returns with Becky! We are really excited to announce the return of the Tuesday Rise Up Breakfast Show. Ex Kiss FM Morning presenter Becky will be taking over the controls […]
Omar Lye-Fook MBE is without doubt, one of the greatest soul music talents the United Kingdom comes to Bristol! Omar live in concert with full live band on Thursday 11th May 2023 at Lost Horizon […]
Connect the Dots hosted by Dave Forde – every Sunday 10am to 12pm Join Dave Forde every Sunday morning on Ujima Radio for Connect the Dots. The show is all about connecting the dots […]
DJ Cola joins Ujima Radio! Make sure you tune in and check out the amazing debut mix by our brand new DJ here on Ujima Radio, DJ Cola! DJ Cola is an underground house DJ […]
Check Ujima Radio’s Powerplays for May 2023! Are you an artist based in Bristol or the Southwest? Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima Radio? Every month Ujima Radio selects […]
Code of the Streets returns with its first event of 2023! Next Saturday 6th May Code of the Streets is back with a bang. Come along to @ Rumors 87 Regent St, Kingswood. Doors […]
Tomorrow on Ujima Radio we have a stellar line up of shows! Kicking off at 10am with the Afrikan Queens series inspired by & featuring Razana Afrika‘s Christelle Pelleceur, Shawn Sobers & Marie-Annick Gournet. Afrikan […]
Tonight on the Old School Weekend Code of the Streets with DJ Style on Ujima Radio 98fm check out a special guest mix from DJ Milktray. Tune into Code of the Streets with DJ Style […]
Here is another chance to hear the amazing Ziggy Marley Interview featured on Rise Women with Lynn Mareno from Irie FM: The Bob Marley Beach in Jamaica is a sacred and global heritage site that […]
The Renegade (live) ft Ray Keith on Sunday 30th April – Monday 1st May 2023! Playing Dread Anthems & Classics from the last 30 years! One of the latest DJ’s to join the Ujima fam […]
Latest Single from Mary In The Mirror is causing a stir! Out this week Mary In The Mirror’s latest single ‘Enough’ represents this Bristol artist and her growth and development as the next best thing […]
Beyond Equality is a change-making organisation that works with men and boys to promote positive masculinities. Men and boys are in a crisis with their mental health, their sense of identity and the violence […]
Out of 5,000 applications, former Ujima Presenter & now BBC Journalist, Dawn Limbu aka DJ Chiedza has made it as one of the 36 artists to be awarded a residency with @pirateofficial!! Huge congratulations to […]
On Freedom: Whose Story? Whose Lens? – An Art Exhibition by Jean Joseph Artist Jean Joseph is working with the Modern Marronage Project, MMB and a group of asylum-seekers to present an exhibition on freedom at […]
Looking for MATURE Rooftop Terrace All-Dayer (Father’s Day Special) Feat Ujima’s Dancehall Generals International Sound, DJ Sim Citi, DJ Style plus many more. Tickets on sale now https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/mature-events-47528344713 Share this page:
Jimmy Galvin is organising and playing at a fundraising concert for Bristol Drugs Project at the stunning Mount Without on April 27th. Tickets are £15 and available now from Eventbrite. Jimmy Galvin is a composer, […]
On the Kevin Philemon Show tomorrow on Ujima Radio at 10am featuring DJ Style and the team pay tribute to Jah Shaka. Special guests include Blacker Dread formerly of Coxsone Sound and Grammy Nominated Tippa Irie […]
Free and Public access to Bob Marley Beach, along with the health and integrity of the local ecology, are all under immediate threat! Help save one of the world’s most beautiful landmarks spiritually and physically! […]
Bob Marley Siblings Ziggy & Cedella Marley, recently posted a petition poster on his social media account. You can help too! The Marley siblings, Ziggy & Cedell lent their voices in support of the Birthright […]
Soundsystem legend Jah Shaka has died. A regular here in Bristol and at the legendary Teachings In Dubs Sound system Clashes, the lost of Jah Shaka will be greatly missed. The system pioneer was born in […]
St Paul’s Carnival keen to support local residents and businesses by offering an opportunity to see food & drink! Carnival are offering help to support residents and businesses in St Pauls who would like to […]
Get involved with St Paul’s Carnival! Carnival is back with a bang this year, and we want as many of you to be involved as possible. There are plenty of ways to participate, from volunteering […]
Congratulation to this month’s Powerplay artists! Every month Ujima Radio selects 10 of the very best tracks released in Bristol & Southwest which then get featured twice an hour across our Primetime Shows including The […]
Tune into The Rise Up Breakfast Show for a chance to win tickets to see the legendary singer Jocelyn Brown Live in Bristol at The Propyard on 20th April! Join Miss Divine and the team […]
Bristol’s legendary Laid Blak return to Ujima Radio for an Easter Special! Tune into Ujima Radio tomorrow at 18:00 for a 2 hour exclusive mix by Laid Blak’s DJ Bunjy. Laid Blak are one […]
Air pollution is a big concern in Bristol and the Ashley ward is no exception. An increase in people using wood burners to heat their homes has motivated a novel research project by Bristol City Council, supported by […]
The People’s Art Fair (PAF) in Bristol is a ten day long cultural festival providing a platform for visual artists, poets, musicians and workshop leaders to show off their talents. And includes Ujima’s very own Mike […]
Ad Infinitum presents If You Fall – showing at Bristol Old Vic from 5th April – 15th April 2023. If You Fall – A moving and uplifting exploration of end-of-life care based on real personal testimonies. Directed […]
True Definition – The House That Jack Built returns for another night of banging Rare Grooves, Street Soul, Boogie & Reggae! Deli G, host of the weekly show True Definition on Ujima Radio Saturdays […]
From April, one of Ujima’s longest standing shows returns to the airwaves. We are so excited to welcome back Code of the Streets to the Ujima airwaves. From Saturday 8th April between 8-10pm, check out […]
IC3 – Coming Soon! A Brand new magazine show hosted by 3 comedians, Delano, Omari & Troy….watch this space for more information…. Share this page:
Shaq has been at Supertonic, the coolest Barbers in St Paul’s, Bristol for over 6 years. Sharpening his skills after school and on Saturdays, Shaq has built up a tasty following on Tik Tok with […]
THE CAUSE BRISTOL The Cause Bristol is a community organization formed in 2020 based in the city of Bristol. Made up of a team of like-minded individuals from different backgrounds with various assets, qualities, skills, […]
Ujima Radio’s DJ’s Mum, Lorna Da Angel, has global success with hit single! Mum of Docta Flex, Lorna Da Angel recently released her hit single “Hot Gyal Step Out” and has been played all […]
Harbouring a musical talent? Applications are open to perform at the 2023 Bristol Harbour Festival Bristol Harbour Festival is calling out for local talent to perform at this year’s harbourside celebrations The iconic […]
This week on Ramp-Up RADIO we are Not Rampin once again with SLIX DNB Tune in to the mighty Ujima Radio 98fm this Saturday from 10pm – midnight to catch the vibes 2 hours of […]
New focus single from Stormzy’s third #1 album “Need You” featuring Afropop sensation Ayra Starr & rising star tendai to be released on 28th April. Further to achieving the #1 position with his critically acclaimed, third album “This Is What I Mean”’ and offering up a […]
St Paul’s Carnival comes to St Monica Trust A unique outreach project has brought Carnival to residents at a South-Bristol retirement village. Community Elders and pupils from Fairlawn Primary School, joined residents at St Monica […]
SEAN PAUL SELLS OUT SIREN FESTIVAL Siren founder Tom Hoyle joins The Word with Miranda this Friday 21st April between 4-6pm! Siren’s Friday night with global icon Sean Paul has sold out in 10 days […]
Bristol Flyers claimed a clean sweep over the Plymouth City Patriots winning their final regular-season meeting 99-60. Tevin Olison led six Bristol players in double figures with 23 points on 61% shooting, ably supported by […]
Listen up! Or Guess what? Ujima Radio are looking for volunteers of all ages to join our exciting community media hub. Ujima Radio is Bristol’s leading Black arts and media social-enterprise broadcasting 24/7, 365 and […]
True Definition – The House that Jack Built presents: Deli G & Karla Jade Strictly Vinyl Session on Sat 18th March at The Love Inn! Back to the 90’s House session from 10pm to 4am […]
Ujima Radio celebrates International Women’s Day 2023! The Ujima Sisters takeover the Airwaves on Weds 8th March in homage to women everywhere! Tune in all day for this stellar line up: 8-10am The Rise Up […]
Come to Watershed to see Raine Allen-Miller’s feature directorial debut Rye Lane, a charming take on the modern-day rom-com set in South London. The film is a colourful homage to Peckham and the surrounding areas; […]
Congratulation to Artists in March’s Powerplays! Every month Ujima Radio selects 10 of the very best tracks released in Bristol & Southwest which then get featured twice an hour across our Primetime Shows including The […]
Returning for a weekend of music collaboration and iconic sound, Fabio & Grooverider with The Outlook Orchestra will headline the first night of the 2023 Siren series. Prepare yourself for a spectacle in dance music […]
Bristol’s annual celebration of African and Caribbean culture, St Pauls Carnival, returns this summer to the city’s streets under the theme of Learning from Legends. The 2023 celebration will commence with a series of fringe events […]
Shindig Festival has just announced its line-up for 2023, and it’s the best yet! Now in its ninth year, the festival takes place on 25 to 28 May in the stunning grounds of Dillington Estate […]
Festival season kicks off right here right now: Fatboy Slim, Years & Years, Four Tet and more announced to lead the line up at Love Saves The Day 2023 Bristol’s biggest independent festival is back […]
Check Ujima Radio’s Powerplays for February 2023! Are you an artist based in Bristol or the Southwest? Would you like to have your music selected to play on Ujima Radio? Every month Ujima Radio selects 10 […]
Banksy says he has made T-shirts to “mark the occasion” of the trial of four people accused of pulling down the statue of Edward Colston in Bristol. Ujima Radio were contacted by Banksy to exclusively […]
This week saw the release of the film @iamjudahfilm directed by Bashart Malik. Millions saw Ras Judah’s brutal tasering but he is still seeking justice. This film will ensure that his story cannot be ignored […]
During October, #codeofthestreets radio show is inviting DJ’s to submit mixes to be included on the show to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth. The playlist must be inspiring, conscious, empowering & celebrate #blackexcellence. Email your MP3 clean edit, […]
Ujima Radio – Black History Month 2022 From birth – The Parish of St Mary in Jamaica, to death – Jamaica St, Bristol. Both these places have defined Roy, born Lurel Roy Hackett in 1928. […]
Watershed Celebrate Black History Month on Ujima Radio! Join Writer & Consultant on Race Equality Dr Roger Griffith and Writer & Curator Dr Edson Burton as they discuss Watershed’s Black History Month programme, Afrofuturism, Sidney […]
Ujima’s Living for the Streetz show would LOVE you to share your Coming Out stories! If you are interested in sharing your stories. Please email: moserising@gmail.com You don’t have to give a name. We really […]
On Monday 10th October it is World Mental Health day and at 12pm on Ujima Radio you can hear the NHS Takeover Show dedicated to this day. Winter can be a challenging time – It’s […]
Have you thought about a career in radio or podcasting but just don’t know where to start? Want to learn how to be a great interviewer? Then join Sound Women SW for this series of […]