Radio Jihenda

Radio Jihenda explores Latin music's presence in Angolan culture and programming strategy - a counterintuitive combination that reveals historical connections and contemporary musical flows. Angola's Portuguese colonial past created language connection; musical borrowing followed naturally. Latin music - salsa, merengue, reggaeton, tropical music - circulates throughout Lusophone Africa more than many recognize. Radio Jihenda programs Latin music alongside Angolan material, creating dialogue between traditions. Salsa from Cuba and Puerto Rico sits comfortably with Angolan artists; merengue app…