Algoa FM is the main South African commercial radio station serving the Eastern Cape province and Garden Route. It started broadcasting on 1 January 1986^[1] as part of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). It was privatised in October 1996. Algoa FM is licensed by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa.

Algoa FM

Gqeberha South Africa
Frequency	94.0 to 97.0 MhZ (FM)
Programming
Format	The station connects with adults who enjoy good music and indulge in quality life experiences from the Garden Route to the Wild Coast, and inland through the Karoo.
Ownership
Owner	Umoya Communications (Pty) Ltd
History
First air date	January 1, 1986 (1986-01-01)
Technical information
Licensing authority	ICASA
Links
Website	https://www.algoafm.co.za/

Corporate

Algoa FM is a subsidiary of Africa Media Entertainment (AME), which was established in 1997,^[2] and is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

Footprint

Algoa FM reaches through the Eastern Cape and Garden Route, from Mossel Bay to Barkly East and as far north as Colesberg. Algoa FM's on-air audience stretches from the Garden Route through to the Wild Coast, and inland through the Karoo Hinterland. It is also available on DStv Channel 837.^[3] The station is celebrating its 40th year in broadcasting during 2026.^[4]

References

The Broadcast Research Council of South Africa (BRC) African Media Entertainment (AME) The Annual Guide to Radio in South Africa (AdVantage 2012). Media 24. 2012. Archived from the original on 2013-05-23.