From the rubble of a territory that has endured years of siege and devastation, a new independent radio station has begun broadcasting once again, offering a voice to residents after a prolonged blackout of local media. For the first time in over two years, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip can tune in to Hona Ghazza, meaning Here Gaza, on FM radio, a milestone in communication after all 23 local stations were destroyed during Israel’s genocidal war.

Broadcasting from makeshift studios and supported by collaborations between local media groups and university centres, the station is designed to serve as more than just a source of music or news. Its programmes provide vital information on everyday life in the enclave, including access to health services, food and water availability, market prices, and transport conditions, addressing needs that have become urgent amid widespread destruction and shortages.

In a place where communication infrastructure was largely erased, the return of radio represents a symbolic and practical act of resilience. Broadcasters and technicians working under extremely challenging conditions see the station as a testament to community strength and resistance, a way to preserve narratives, share truths from inside the territory, and ensure that the daily struggles of people living amid ruins are heard beyond the walls of the enclave.