Radio Sawa

Name: Radio Sawa
Rating: 3.9298246 (2725 reviews)
Author: Middle East Broadcasting Networks, Inc.

By: Middle East Broadcasting Networks, Inc. App

Listen to free streaming Arabic music & Middle East news from Radio Sawa

This app was removed from Google Play Store on 2025-07-08

Overview

Removed

Downloads

227,636

Data as of 2025-07-08

Rating:

3.93

(2,725)

Version:

4.2.5

Last updated: 2024-09-18

Features & Capabilities

Radio Sawa offers free streaming of Arabic music, live radio broadcasts, and podcasts focused on Middle East news and culture. Produced by the Middle East Broadcasting Network, this platform brings daily inspiring stories, sports updates, mental health advice, and in-depth reports with accuracy and balance. Listeners can create personalized profiles to save favorite episodes, receive tailored alerts, and easily access live Radio Sawa broadcasts. Whether you're seeking current events from the U.S., Middle East, or North Africa, or enriching audio programs, Radio Sawa keeps you engaged and informed in Arabic content.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Music & Audio News & Magazines Entertainment Education

By:

Middle East Broadcasting Networks, Inc.

Downloads:

227,636

Rating:

3.93

(2,725)

Version:

4.2.5 Last updated: 2024-09-18

Version code:

Creation date:

2014-06-25

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN Moderate risk
android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE Low risk

Size:

67.57MB

Email:

mb*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2025-07-08

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Developed by:

Middle East Broadcasting Networks, Inc.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bbg.radiosawa

Email:

mb*****@gmail.com

Website:

http://www.radiosawa.com/

User Reviews

Radio Sawa is a beloved Arabic radio app valued for its quality content, free music streaming, and user engagement. However, multiple users report frequent connectivity issues where playback stops unexpectedly, especially upon receiving notifications. There is also persistent frustration over the inability to disable push notifications and a lack of recent updates, which has caused some to consider uninstalling. Some users are wary of the app requesting permissions like access to call details. Overall, while the content is highly praised, technical and notification management issues detract from the experience.

Pros

Offers a wide variety of high-quality Arabic radio content including music, news, and sports.
Provides non-stop Arabic music for free.
Users have enjoyed the app for many years, indicating loyal and satisfied listeners.
The app has a slick and attractive design and is advert-free.
Allows sharing content on social media and joining conversations.

Cons

App frequently disconnects or stops playing after connection loss or when receiving notifications from other apps.
Lack of features for managing notifications, such as disabling push notifications, annoys users.
The app has been inactive with no updates for extended periods, leading to user frustration.
Users report problems with app stability, like the app stopping playback or specific features like chat not updating.
App requests unnecessary permissions, such as access to call details, raising privacy concerns.