Former Radio Lumière Director Traces Station's History and Philosophy
Sony Lamarre Joseph revisited the legacy of the broadcaster on Panel Magik as Haiti marks a century of radio.
Sony Lamarre Joseph, the former director general of Radio Lumière, traced the history and philosophy of the station during an appearance on Panel Magik on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, according to Le Nouvelliste. The discussion came as Haiti marks the centenary of radio broadcasting in the country. Founded in 1958, Radio Lumière has established a lasting place in the history of Haitian broadcasting, extending well beyond its original evangelical mission, the outlet reported. Over the years, Le Nouvelliste noted, the station gained prominence through its work in information, education and its close ties with communities in support of promoting culture. In the interview, Lamarre Joseph revisited how the broadcaster developed over the decades and reflected on the guiding philosophy behind its programming. Le Nouvelliste described Radio Lumière as a monument of Haitian broadcasting. Further details of the conversation were available to registered readers of the outlet. The segment situated the station's trajectory within the broader story of radio in Haiti, which is commemorating 100 years since its founding.