Benkos Fm Stereo

Benkos FM Stereo is a community radio station based in San Basilio de Palenque, Colombia, a historic village known as the first free African settlement in the Americas. The station primarily focuses on preserving and promoting the Palenquero culture, language, and traditions. It serves as a platform for community engagement, education, and local news, while also broadcasting music reflective of the region's Afro-Colombian heritage. Named after Benkos Biohó, a leader who fought for the freedom of enslaved Africans, the station plays a vital role in maintaining the cultural identity of its audience.