Doha: Qatar Foundation (QF) Radio English and Arabic will dedicate its programming to Ramadan coverage as engaging shows aim to immerse listeners into the spirit of the holy month.
Special QF Radio English – 91.7 FM – programming will start at 9.30am with ‘Ramadan 101’ where listeners will be treated to a daily dose of Ramadan terminology across the airwaves. At 3.30pm, ‘Inside a Mosque’ will take listeners on a journey to some of the world’s most renowned and revered Islamic locations. At 4pm, English listeners can tune into ‘Ramadan Abroad’ for discussions about how the holy month is observed and celebrated among cultures around the world.
At 5.30pm, ‘Misconceptions about Islam’ will seek to dispel stereotypes about the Muslim faith and at 8pm on Thursdays, ‘Ramadan Nights’ will round off weekly programming.
English listeners will also be able to gain health and diabetes management tips throughout the day to help ensure their well-being during the holy month. QF Radio Arabic – 93.7 FM – will also begin its Ramadan programming at 9.30am with ‘Stories of the Life of the Prophet’, which will discuss Prophet Mohammad’s (PBUH) dealings with friends and members of the community.
At 11am, ‘Emaniyat Al Adab Al Arabi’ will delve into Islam’s influence on ancient and modern Arabic literature, while at 1pm, ‘Quran Garden’ will host experts from QF’s Quranic Botanic Garden to discuss benefits of plants mentioned in the Holy Quran.
‘One Thousand and One Nights’ will follow at 1.30pm to tell the famous fairy tales through narrative radio drama. At 6pm, ‘Story Collector’ will treat QF Radio Arabic listeners to tales of majestic mosques.
In addition to QF Radio Arabic’s Ramadan programming, listeners can also tune into religious songs and recitations of the Holy Quran, as well as regular new bulletins. For details, log onto www.qfradio.com or follow us on Twitter @QFRADIO.
The Peninsula
