Join the Moneyweb Retire Well Masterclass – March 2025!

The highly anticipated Moneyweb Retire Well Masterclass is back this March 2025, offering a unique opportunity to connect with a niche, high-value audience. This prestigious event will be held at the luxurious 54 on Bath in Rosebank, bringing together 200 individuals who are deeply invested in retirement planning, both personally and professionally. Why Partner with

Join the Movement: Partner with Smile 90.4FM in Cape Town’s ‘Take a Step’ walk against Gender-Based Violence

You understand the power of aligning your brand with causes that matter. This year, Cape Town’s ‘Take a Step’ walk against GBV presents a unique opportunity for civic-minded sponsors to make a meaningful impact while gaining significant brand exposure. The Power of Purpose-Driven Sponsorship Gender-based violence remains a critical issue globally, and Cape Town is

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Must love dogs: understanding your audience and their value

OFM celebrates its 38th birthday in 2024. Since 1986, the brand has become a trusted friend in the lives and households of its listeners within Central South Africa. Central South Africa is the OFM broadcast footprint that covers the Free State, the Northern Cape, the North West and the Vaal. While the brand supports several

Exciting updates to Algoa FM line-up

Algoa FM is thrilled to announce exciting additions and changes to its on-air line-up, aimed at enhancing the connection with its Eastern Cape and Garden Route audiences. Renowned SuperSport anchor, Sam Ludidi, has joined the station to host Sunday Lunch “LIVE” from Algoa FM’s Hemingways studio in East London airing between 12 and 3 pm. Ludidi’s performance during the 2023

Why you should integrate streaming into every radio campaign

In today’s dynamic media landscape, audio consumption is experiencing a renaissance. The humble radio has evolved into a multifaceted platform that offers more than just over-the-air broadcasts. It now encompasses podcasting, dedicated streams, live events, and digital content in its extensive arsenal. For advertisers, this evolution presents a golden opportunity to enhance their campaigns and

Algoa FM strengthens its presenter line-up

Algoa FM continues to strengthen its on-air line-up in order to connect more closely with its Eastern Cape and Garden Route audience. Well-known SuperSport anchor Sam Ludidi has joined the station to present Sunday Lunch LIVE from Algoa FM’s Hemingways studio in East London. Ludidi, who lives in East London and works for a property

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Rock on the greens for Life Community Services

Life Community Services has been selected as beneficiary of the Algoa Cares Garden Route Charity Golf Day, to be hosted at the George Golf Club on Friday, June 28. The theme for this fun golf day is “Groovy Green Rocking the 80s”. Funds raised will go towards the purchase of a greenhouse tunnel to grow

The value of relationships in content creation

With radio still being the most intimate of broadcast mediums, the industry knows all too well of the close bonds that are formed between presenters and listeners. However, behind the scenes, relationships are just as vital. Any cub reporter who’s shadowed a seasoned broadcast journalist can attest to the value that is placed on trusted

Tune into the Eastern Cape and Garden Route lifestyle with Algoa FM

An interesting portrait of the lifestyle of the average Algoa FM listener can be painted using recent surveys by BrandMapp and Colony Live. It reflects the middle to upper middle-class lifestyle of people living in the Algoa FM footprint, which stretches from the Garden Route to the Wild Coast and through the Karoo. What comes

Call for beneficiary applications for the 2024 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer Presented by ISUZU

Applications are open for beneficiaries for the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, presented by ISUZU Motors South Africa. We encourage non-profit organizations which support cancer patients and their families and with an established presence in the Eastern Cape and Garden Route to apply. The closing date for applications is April 30. This year,

Upington listener wins OFM’s Big Radio Registration grand prize

OFM, the Sound of Your Life, is thrilled to announce Ilze Basson-Eva as the grand prize winner of R20 024 during our Big Radio Registration campaign. In 2024, OFM vowed to bring listeners more, and the competition, held throughout February and March, as part of OFM’s commitment to connect with our listeners, culminated in Basson-Eva’s

From retail to radio

Michael Ndabandaba can be forgiven for thinking his life hit the fast-forward button last year. He won the OFM O-dition presenter search in March 2023 and went from working as a frozen foods packer in Klerksdorp to moving to Bloemfontein and starting a new career as a production assistant and voiceover artist at OFM. According

Puppy love on Algoa FM

Algoa FM presenters will be sharing puppy love on air from March 18 to March 23, which is national puppy day. “All the presenters on Algoa FM are pet lovers and we are using international puppy day to educate listeners all about puppies – where to adopt them, how to care for them, exercising them

The power of many: How a multi-media approach enhances products and business

In today’s dynamic and diverse world, consumers crave engaging experiences and information presented in ways that resonate with them. This is where the multi-media approach emerges as a powerful tool for both products and businesses. By incorporating various media formats, businesses can effectively connect with their audience, enhance their brand image, and ultimately achieve their

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Cultivate success in the agricultural sector with OFM

In the heart of Central South Africa, agriculture is an essential economic driver and an integral part of many communities. In the midst of this beautiful landscape of vast landscapes, lushly planted fields and picturesque towns, OFM, the region’s leading commercial radio station, is at the forefront as a leader in the broadcasting industry when

How Netflix’s ‘A Soweto Love Story’ ignited passion through an integrated 360 campaign on Jozi FM

“A Soweto Love Story” is a romantic comedy film produced by Netflix that takes place in the lively township of Soweto, South Africa. To promote the film and create excitement around it, Netflix partnered with Jozi FM to host a tactical 360-degree integrated media campaign that paid tribute to the geographic location and title of

Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer donation handed to beneficiaries

The beneficiaries of the 2023 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer received their share of the charity event which took place about three months ago. An amount of R770 000 was handed over to Reach for a Dream, and Wings and Wishes at a ceremony at the premises of the Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer’s presenting partner, ISUZU Motors South Africa.

O-mazing Leap Day celebrated on OFM

OFM, the sound of your life broke all the rules to turn the radio station on its head during Leap Day to allow ‘anything to happen’. 29 February 2024 was earmarked “Anything Can Happen Day” on OFM and the presenters did a great job of surprising and entertaining Central South Africa with chances to win

From new music to a new season for Nadine Blom

One of Bloemfontein’s most beautiful roses will soon be back in her native city and will also be heard on the airwaves as part of the OFM team. Nadine Blom, a well-known singer, motivational speaker, and the founder of the Supercool for Jesus brand, moves in behind the mic on The Sound of Your Life

Golf with a difference to raise funds for charity

Participants in the annual Algoa Cares Charity Golf Day in Gqeberha will have the opportunity to witness and challenge blind golfers through a partnership between Algoa Cares and the Nkosinathi Foundation of-and-for Blind and Partially Sighted People. The foundation has been selected as the beneficiary of the golf day, which will be hosted at the

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Stand up and be counted with The Big Radio Registration

In 2024, OFM, the Sound of Your Life is bringing you so much more by going beyond the airwaves to meet our valued listeners in person and celebrate the diversity that makes each one more than just a number to us. In February and March, the OFM team will embark on a journey crisscrossing Central

Carnival of golf fund handover to Louis57 Foundation’s Leolan Academy

Generous Garden Route golfers and businesses participating in the second annual Algoa Cares Golf Day helped raise R50 000 towards the purchase of two laptops, software, hygiene supplies and stationery for the Leolan Academy in Mossel Bay. The school, a Louis57 Foundation project, caters for children with special needs (autism and down-syndrome). The Algoa Cares Golf Day was a fun carnival themed event on Tuesday,

Algoa FM opens Garden Route studio

Algoa FM will be getting even closer and more personal with listeners and businesses in the Garden Route following the opening of its purpose-built studio on Courtenay Street in George. “The drive show on weekdays between 3 and 7pm, hosted by Simon Bechus, has been aired from Algoa FM’s headquarters in Nelson Mandela Bay while

OFM journalist named one of the country’s best

2023 national winners for the Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards were announced at a ceremony in Johannesburg last night and OFM journalist and presenter of the Business Hour (Mondays to Fridays, 18:00 to 19:00), Olebogeng Motse, was named as a national winner. Her feature “The construction mafia: Is it transformation or criminality?” won in

Golfers shoot R120 000 for Hope Schools at charity day

A full field of golfers and sponsors from Buffalo City raised R120 000 at the annual Algoa Cares East London Charity Golf Day to help Hope Schools become more sustainable through the hire of its hall, as well as the purchase of education and maintenance equipment. The annual charity golf day, which has become a firm

Algoa FM hands over prize money to Big Walk for Cancer winning school

The Bethelsdorp Comprehensive School in Gqberha’s northern areas rejoiced at the handover of R10 000 to the school. Schools who entered as a bulk entry in the recent Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer stood a chance of winning R10 000 and an opportunity to be interviewed by one of their drive show presenters on

SMEs benefit from Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer event

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are widely recognised as the backbone of an economy, with SMEs contributing over 90% of all formal businesses in South Africa, according to the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, presented by ISUZU Motors South Africa assumes a pivotal role in bolstering the local economy

OFM raises R500k+ for CANSA

In a remarkable display of solidarity and generosity OFM, the Sound of Your Life, successfully raised a staggering R575 000 during its PinkTober campaign. During October, this impactful initiative aimed to raise awareness of breast cancer and provide support to those affected by the disease. The funds – raised through community contributions and the ‘Bowling

Ignite your success with US!

In a few short weeks, our millions of Rugby World Cup winners will take their celebrations to holiday spots around our beautiful country. Our team at United Stations would just like to remind you that we are here to be your unwavering partner and help you close the year on a high note. The bond

OFM takes it all!

OFM can once again proudly say that it is the best local radio station in Bloemfontein! The winners of the 11th annual Best of Bloemfontein Readers’ Choice Awards, hosted by Bloemfontein Courant, were announced this week and OFM came up trumps. The Good Morning Breakfast, which broadcasts weekdays from 06:00 to 09:00, was voted the

Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer attracts close to 12 000 walkers

The 25th Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, presented by ISUZU Motors South Africa, brought together nearly 12 000 participants in Gqeberha, East London, and George, uniting for a common purpose in the fight against cancer. Alfie Jay, Algoa FM Managing Director, emphasized the event’s power to unite people from all walks of life, underscoring the impact

Follow the money and find the True North

The release of the latest RAMS_Amplify 2023C (RA23C) data has once again been greeted by the reassuring sound of crunching numbers. Media graphs mapping the listenership trajectory of over 300 radio stations are beginning to pop up faster than scrumhalf’s at a Springbok test match. Some graphs point up. And some graphs point down. Unless

OFM goes pink in support of CANSA

This October, OFM’s #PinkTober campaign aims to raise awareness of and support for those affected by breast cancer. We’re calling on Central South Africa to support our drive to raise R300 000 for the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) during this month. According to CANSA, the number one type of cancer reported among South

Smile FM pledges to help 10,000 people find jobs by Christmas

Smile FM has embarked on an ambitious plan to ensure that thousands more families enjoy Christmas this year, by helping 10,000 unemployed Capetonians find gainful employment – all before the 25th of December. While having recently seen a marginal improvement, South Africa’s unemployment rate has remained sky-high for many years. Smile FM is determined to

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