In a bid to expand it's goal of youth transformation and empowerment, the Swahilipot Hub has launched a new radio station dedicated to the youth.

The launch of the station based at the Imaara building coincided with the International youth celebration.

According to the Head of partnership and resource mobilisation at Swahilipot Hub Rukia Jamal the station will also act as a source of income for the Swahilipot hub.

"Our staff will mainly be youth, as you are aware our main goal as Swahilipot has always been to create opportunities and also empower our youth." said Rukia.

Adding "Apart from that, we also want to have this as our source of revenue for the hub."

The official opening was graced by first daughter Charlene Ruto and the C.E.O national youth council Margaret Kiogora.

The new radio station will be broadcasting in Swahili and English.

Swahilipot Fm broadcasts on 91.7 Frequency Modulation (FM) in Mombasa, Malindi, Kwale, Kilifi and Tana River. Taita Taveta 91.5 fm and Lamu 91.9 fm.