Patterns of Ownership and Location of Radio Stations in Cameroon. An Empirical Analysis

International Journal of Communication and Media Science

© 2017 by SSRG - IJCMS Journal

Volume 4 Issue 3

Year of Publication : 2017

Authors : Henry Zuyingong Muluh

10.14445/2349641X/IJCMS-V4I6P101

How to Cite?

Henry Zuyingong Muluh, "Patterns of Ownership and Location of Radio Stations in Cameroon. An Empirical Analysis," SSRG International Journal of Communication and Media Science, vol. 4,  no. 3, pp. 13-23, 2017. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/2349641X/IJCMS-V4I6P101

Abstract:

This research is an empirical investigation into the situation of radio broadcasting in Cameroon. A survey of private radio stations in Cameroon in 2012 is the basis of this study. The study had as objective to identifypatterns of ownership and location of radio stations in Cameroon. It employs a descriptive quantitative analysis with data collected from secondary evidence and primary data from private radio station managers. It concludes that while there is a multiplicity and plurality of radio stations in Cameroon these stations are also haphazardly located. The location is also skewed towards the urban centres thereby creating media rich and media poor areas. The study therefore recommends a proper legal framework that also determines the location of radio stations.

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 The study therefore recommends a proper legal framework that also determines the location of radio stations.

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