Radio Belarus Goes Silent: Shortwave, Mediumwave, and Longwave Services to Cease
Radio Belarus, the official international broadcasting station of Belarus, has announced that it will cease broadcasting on shortwave, mediumwave, and longwave as of April 1, 2016.
The station, which has been transmitting since 1949, is based in Minsk, the capital of Belarus. It has been a significant source of news and information for listeners around the world, particularly in countries where freedom of the press is restricted.
However, the station has faced financial difficulties in recent years, and the decision to cease shortwave, mediumwave, and longwave broadcasting is part of a cost-cutting measure.
The station will continue to operate online and through its mobile app. It will also continue to produce podcasts and other digital content.
The closure of Radio Belarus's shortwave, mediumwave, and longwave services is a significant loss for listeners around the world. It is a reminder of the challenges facing traditional broadcasters in the digital age.
