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In countries with restrictive media environments, such as Ethiopia, shortwave radio emerges as a vital tool for circumventing censorship and disseminating uncensored information. Its ability to transmit signals across international borders makes it difficult for governments to control or block, unlike traditional media that are often subject to strict regulations and censorship. For instance, in Ethiopia, where the government has jammed the signals of international broadcasters like Voice of America (VOA) and Deutsche Welle (DW), shortwave radio continues to provide an alternative channel for accessing news and information. Despite government efforts to limit the reach of foreign broadcasts, particularly during politically sensitive periods like elections, shortwave radio remains a resilient medium for reaching audiences in Ethiopia and beyond, ensuring access to diverse perspectives and challenging the government's control over information.

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