Radio Kuwait (96.5 FM) Joins Abu Shoosha Financial Services K.S.C Group

Today, Radio Kuwait English Channel (96.5 FM) joined the Abu Shoosha Financial Services K.S.C (ASFSKSC) Group through the recently established Radio Kuwait Company.

A wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Shoosha Financial Services K.S.C, Radio Kuwait Company has been granted operating and broadcasting rights of Radio Kuwait English Station for 10 years. The current Kuwaiti technical and media staff of the radio station have joined the Radio Kuwait Company.

Commenting on the occasion, Mahmood H. Alkooheji, CEO of Abu Shoosha Financial Services K.S.C said, “We aim to transform Radio Kuwait into a leading competitive media channel, and will support the training and development of the current staff. For us, Radio Kuwait will grow by attracting promising local young talent and expertise while investing in upgrading the available infrastructure in line with international standards.”

“Radio broadcast is a powerful global communication tool with a wide base of listeners. It is instrumental in building and enhancing values and providing a positive and investment friendly environment that contributes towards the social and economic development of the Kingdom. Finally, I would like to express my gratitude to HE Ali bin Mohammed Al Romaihi, Information Affairs Minister, and all the staff at the ministry for their continued efforts in facilitating the transition,” added Alkooheji.

The English-speaking Radio Kuwait Channel (96.5 FM) was established in 1977 with a focus on the expatriate community in Kuwait at the time. Today its listeners base includes young Kuwaitis in addition to foreign expatriates living in the Kingdom. Plans are underway to enhance and activate the channel’s digital presence.