Channel 7 Oshiwambo
Who is Channel 7
Channel 7 Background
“Channel 7 media network for Christ” known as “Channel 7” or in Afrikaans “Kanaal 7”, is a Christian community radio station broadcasting to the nation of Namibia in Afrikaans, English, Oshiwambo and German. Channel 7 utilizes 32 FM radio transmitters, the internet, and an audio channel on DSTV, a South African satellite TV network.
Channel 7 streams two Bible reading channels and also runs an internet online youth station, CTR (Connected Rhythm) aimed at teenagers.
Channel 7 started broadcasting on 6 December 1993. At that stage, a first for Southern Africa.
Broadcast
Channel 7 Serve
Broadcasts in 5 STREAMS – Channel 7 Media Network for Christ uses a 24/7 internet stream and it is available on the Web and via iPhone, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and Android devices. From the latest news headlines to in-depth interviews and live discussions, Channel 7 Media Network for Christ delivers engaging daily programmes to a worldwide audience.
Serve
Serving a nation of 2.6 million people and 32 different groups of people.
Has been in operation for 26 years
Media Missionary
Channel 7 can be seen as a ‘media missionary’ and serves as a partner to all Christian churches in Namibia, providing a powerful media platform to “prepare the soil to be ready to receive the seed of God’s Word”.
35 FM Transmitters
43 towns
4 languages
Vision & Mission
Channel 7 Vision
To win Souls for Christ, building His Kingdom and teach listeners to live a Christian lifestyle through modern media.
Channel 7 Mission
Channel 7 is a trusted, leading Christian broadcaster, seeking the Kingdom of God by extending the message of hope through Jesus Christ to believers and non-believers firstly in our country Namibia and then around the world via interactive media.
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Matthew 6:33
Channel 7 Values
Jesus Christ is our authority
Non-denominational
Cohesive Team
Accountability
Dedication
Excellence
Integrity
Caring