About Hot 96 FM
Hot 96 FM is a dynamic Urban English/Kenyan Creole radio station, offering a unique blend of music, news, and informative content.
Caters to the young and vibrant urban audience with a mix of Top 40 hits, local Kenyan music, and engaging shows.
Hot 96 FM is your one-stop shop for entertainment and information, keeping you connected to the pulse of Kenya's cities.
Program Schedule
FM Frequencies
Hot 96 FM FAQs
What frequency is Hot 96 in Nairobi?
Hot 96 broadcasts on 96.0 FM in Nairobi and Thika. You can also listen online at www.radiolive.ke from anywhere in Kenya or abroad, completely free with no app download required.
How can I listen to Hot 96 online?
Visit www.radiolive.ke, search for 'Hot 96', and click the play button. Streaming is instant, free, and works on all devices—smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs. No registration or app download needed.
Who owns Hot 96?
Hot 96 is owned by Royal Media Services, Kenya's largest media company. Royal Media Services also owns Radio Citizen, Inooro FM, Ramogi FM, Musyi FM, Egesa FM, Mulembe FM, and many other leading media outlets in Kenya.
What time is Hot Breakfast?
Hot Breakfast airs weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM East Africa Time on Hot 96. You can listen live on 96.0 FM (Nairobi/Thika) or stream online at www.radiolive.ke from anywhere.
What are Hot 96 frequencies across Kenya?
Hot 96 broadcasts on multiple frequencies: Nairobi/Thika 96.0 FM, Nakuru 102.5 FM, Eldoret 90.4 FM, Nyeri 88.6 FM, Kisumu 103.1 FM, and Kisii 103.1 FM. Online streaming is available nationwide and globally via www.radiolive.ke.
Can I listen to Hot 96 outside Kenya?
Yes! Hot 96 streams live online at www.radiolive.ke, accessible from anywhere in the world with internet connection. Kenyans in the US, UK, Canada, Middle East, Australia, and elsewhere can stay connected to Kenya's multicultural urban music through Hot 96's online stream.
What type of music does Hot 96 play?
Hot 96 plays 'All Time Hits' including hip hop, R&B, Lingala (Congolese rumba/soukous), gospel, Afrobeat, dancehall, and Kenyan urban music. The station celebrates musical diversity, playing hits from multiple eras and genres.
What is Club96?
Club96 is Hot 96's popular Saturday evening party show (6-10 PM) featuring high-energy DJ mixes, club hits, and non-stop party music. The show transforms the station into a virtual nightclub, perfect for Saturday night vibes.