Rooted in the Equatoria region of South Sudan, the name “Gugu” has deep meaning:
In Western Equatoria, Gugu means messenger drums
that once echoed across kingdoms to share news, invite dance, or call for community gathering.
In Eastern and Central Equatoria, Gugu means storehouse
a trusted space for preserving food, tools, traditions, and memory.
Today, Gugu Radio carries both meanings forward—as a powerful voice of connection and a cultural archive for generations.
Community and Culture Diversity
Experience the vibrant traditions and daily life of South Sudan’s tribes, highlighting their unique attire, music, celebrations, and the enduring spirit that preserves their cultural heritage.
Radio is more than just words on air. It’s tone, texture, silence, beats, breath, and feeling.
At Gugu Radio, we speak in a language shaped by African soul.
We blend the cadence of Azande, Dinka, Arabic, Nuer, and Bari, with the clarity of English and. Here, a drumbeat can say more than a paragraph, and a phrase in your mother tongue can change your entire day.
We aren’t afraid of accent. We celebrate it. We don’t dilute culture. We amplify it. We don’t fit into the mainstream.
We create our own stream—one that flows with truth, identity, and music that moves.
Africa Unplugged—On Air"
Gugu Radio stands at the intersection of African heritage.
For first-generation migrants, we are a reminder of home.
For second-generation youth, we are a mirror of identity. And for the wider community, we are a gateway into the richness of Black excellence, culture, and resilience.
Our programming reflects this fusion:
Our programming reflects this fusion:
From the Afrobeat of Kampala to the spoken word of Footscray
From ancestral wisdom to youth-led radio panels
Wind down with soothing tunes and heartwarming stories from 7 PM to 10 PM.
Voices of the Village
Have a favorite tune? Let us know, and we’ll play it just for you.
Fitness and Sports
Celebrating community strength through sport, movement, and everyday wellness.
Gugu Dialogues
Deep dives into topics like mental health, migration, womanhood, and leadership
Juba on the Week
News, sport, entertainment
The Pulse
Beats that make you move, reflect, and feel seen
Cultural Corner
A treasure chest of language, memory, and tradition
Sunday Service
Gospel, prayer, and faith—connecting hearts across cultures every Sunday.
Music and Drama
Traditional songs, family drama
Africa Unplugged—On Air"
Gugu Radio stands at the intersection of African heritage.
For the People, By the People
We’re community-powered, story-led, and culture-driven. We exist because our stories matter, our language matters, and our people matter. We’re not here to fill a timeslot. We’re here to spark a movement.
Gugu Radio is proudly: African, Unapologetically multicultural, Grounded in faith, family, and freedom
Whether you’re tuning in for a beat, a memory, or a voice like yours—you belong here.
The voice of the future
We’re building a future where Black and multicultural voices are not only heard but respected, archived, and celebrated. Through our live shows, community events, digital channels, and training programs, we’re shaping a legacy of creative power and cultural truth.
This is your mic. This is your moment. This is Gugu Radio.
