Historically, the External Service of Radio Tanzania broadcast its programs in English. The former Head and presenter, Edda Sanga recalls proudly that the station served a crucial role in Liberation efforts of African countries.

“We had powerful transmitters; this allowed our compatriots in Southern Africa to listen in English to daily progress on the Liberation fronts.” Indeed, the technicians who are still working with TBC speak of “jubilant celebrations” at RTD whenever an African country achieved independence.

The noble African Liberation cause that The External Service played is easy to forget, perhaps because most people will remember the entertainment programs such as Dial a Disc!