Trevor Oahile is a youth advocate, radio host and public speaker from Botswana known for his work in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), particularly involving youth, men and boys. He is co-host of the radio show Don’t Get It Twisted on Yarona FM, and participates in various forums and conferences aimed at advancing awareness, challenging stigma and promoting equitable health policy.[1]
Trevor Oahile | |
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| Born | |
| Occupations | Youth Advocate, Radio host |
| Organization(s) | Yarona FM; UNFPA collaborations |
| Known for | Co-host of Don’t Get It Twisted radio show; activism in sexual and reproductive health and rights |
Early life and education
editHe has been identified in media and conference documents as a student in Botswana.[2]
Activism and career
editOahile is known for his radio show Don’t Get It Twisted, broadcast on Yarona FM, which is supported by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The show addresses taboo and challenging topics in Botswana, such as HIV prevention, gender-based violence, relationship issues, family planning and the sexual and reproductive health of men and boys.[3]
He has participated in international and regional summits and panels, such as speaking at the Nairobi Summit (ICPD25) highlighting the role of men and boys in sexual and reproductive health and advocating for comprehensive sexual education and breaking down gender stereotypes in health service uptake.[4]
Oahile has been recognized as a youth representative in forums addressing social norms, stigma and SRHR in Botswana and beyond.[5]
Public impact and recognition
editHis radio show has been praised for helping shift public conversation in Botswana regarding sexual health, particularly among younger people and men, and for creating space for discussion in traditionally conservative and religious contexts.[6]
He has been involved in youth leadership efforts and community awareness campaigns, often collaborating with organizations such as UNFPA, UNICEF and national agencies.[7]
He has also been profiled as part of youth leadership features in regional media.[8]
See also
editReferences
edit- ↑ "Don't Get It Twisted radio show: breaking down barriers to sexual & reproductive health". UNFPA Botswana. 29 January 2021.
- ↑ "Youth lament slow pace towards ICPD commitments". Guardian Sun. November 2019.
- ↑ "6 activists inspiring change towards better sexual and reproductive health in East and Southern Africa". UNFPA ESARO. Archived from the original on 2025-08-10. Retrieved 2025-10-03.
- ↑ Quainoo, Janet Abena (2022-10-19). "Youth Leaders Making History In Africa - African Leadership Magazine". Retrieved 2025-10-03.
- ↑ "6 activists inspiring change towards better sexual and reproductive health in East and Southern Africa". UNFPA Eritrea. United Nations Population Fund. Retrieved 3 October 2025.
- ↑ "Youth and COVID-19 Diaries: Young people are too impatient to stay in lines all day". UNFPA ESARO. 2020-09-15. Archived from the original on 2023-04-24. Retrieved 2025-10-03.
- ↑ "Activist Trevor Oahile Is Rewriting The Conversation on Sexual Health in Botswana". Youth for Positive Change. Retrieved 3 October 2025.
- ↑ "Youth Leaders Making History In Africa". African Leadership Magazine. Retrieved 3 October 2025.