Lucky Algoa FM listener Owen Tutton from Dispatch will be “roaring into summer” thanks to a partnership between the station and South African National Parks (SANParks). He entered on Roch-Lè Bloem’s show and was one of nine finalists. He chose the two-night wild experience at the Nyathi Rest Camp in Addo, courtesy of SANParks. Tutton had three experiences to choose from - two nights’ accommodation for a family of four at Nyathi Rest Camp in Addo, including a guided drive; two nights in … [Read more...] about Owen Tutton to “roar into summer”
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Walk with us and make an impact
Lace up and enter the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer presented by ISUZU MOTORS South Africa. The event remains true to its cause and is held to increase cancer awareness. In 2024 it will raise funds for the Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC) and St Bernard’s Hospice in East London, and St Francis Hospice in Nelson Mandela Bay. Over the past 10 years the event has raised more than R4 million for cancer charities, with participants walking around eight million steps in … [Read more...] about Walk with us and make an impact
Big Walk for Cancer, where every step counts!
Join the seas of pink in Nelson Mandela Bay, George, and East London, or virtually in the rest of the country and world – as thousands celebrate every step at the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer presented by ISUZU Motors South Africa. The 26th annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer will take place on Saturday, October 26. Tickets are available on the Algoa FM website. But, be quick. Only the first 7 500 paid entrants will receive a free iconic vibrant pink t-shirt. All proceeds … [Read more...] about Big Walk for Cancer, where every step counts!
Golf With the Blind
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 PE Golf Club on Friday, March 1. “Nkosinathi impressed us with their holistic approach to supporting partially sighted and blind people,” says … [Read more...] about Golf With the Blind
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, August 1, at the Pinnacle Point Golf Club in Mossel Bay, “A massive … [Read more...] about Carnival of golf fund handover to Louis57 Foundation’s Leolan Academy
Three venues, three vehicles, one purpose
GQEBERHA – Algoa FM presenters are excited to meet participants at the start of the 25th Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer in Gqeberha, East London and George on Saturday, 28 October. Presenting partner, ISUZU Motors South Africa’s locally manufactured D-MAX bakkies, are ready to deliver walkers’ race packs to the three venues. Gqeberha participants can collect their race packs at the Pollock Beach grass area from Wednesday, 25 to Friday 27 October, between 12h00 and 18h00. East London … [Read more...] about Three venues, three vehicles, one purpose
East London’s Lynn Oberem Wins Trip to Dubai
The winner of the Algoa FM Cruise to Dubai with XL Bay Travel competition is Lynn Oberem. Speaking after the draw at the Algoa FM studios, Oberem said she would be taking her daughter in law on the cruise. Oberem was the finalist from The Drive with Vinny in East London She who had a second chance at the prize after the original winner was disqualified due an invalid passport – a condition of entry – according to Algoa FM financial director, Desiré Killian. The winner will spend six … [Read more...] about East London’s Lynn Oberem Wins Trip to Dubai
Eastern Cape cancer patients get wheels
Thanks to a record number of more than 13 thousand participants at the 2019 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, a new transporter vehicle was purchased for the CANSA Port Elizabeth Care Centre of the Cancer Association South African (CANSA). The vehicle will be used for patients that have come to Port Elizabeth from all over the Eastern Cape and need to be transported to and from their cancer treatments while being accommodated at the CANSA Strelitzia Care Home in the city. Gavin Kester, CANSA … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape cancer patients get wheels
Local Animal rights campaigner to broadcast from London
Algoa FM morning show anchor Daron Mann will be broadcasting from London for a week in order to share with the listeners some of the latest developments in conservation and care of the environment. Mann has attracted local and international attention on the plight of animals in the East London zoo using the combined power of radio and social media. His trip to the United Kingdom follows a call from the founder of the Shamwari private nature reserve and Mantis Collection of hotels Adrian … [Read more...] about Local Animal rights campaigner to broadcast from London
Globally one in every three cancers diagnosed is skin cancer
Thanks to the funds raised by the more than 13 000 people who participated in the 2018 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) Care Centre in the Eastern Cape has purchased the province’s first portable FotoFinder mole analyser. A record R500 000 was raised by the 2018 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, which was hosted in association with the Eastern Cape Department of Health and the Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture. “This is a powerful … [Read more...] about Globally one in every three cancers diagnosed is skin cancer
R60 million boost for PE’s Baakens Valley
Algoa FM has started on a 15-month property development in the Baakens Valley of Nelson Mandela Bay as the new home of the Eastern Cape media company’s business. On completion, Algoa FM’s new home will be worth close to R60 million. Algoa FM’s holding company, African Media Entertainment, is funding the project. According to Algoa FM managing director Dave Tiltmann the radio station has chosen to work with local businesses, including Studio D’ Arc which designed the building; Techni … [Read more...] about R60 million boost for PE’s Baakens Valley
Southern Kings and African drummers to set the pace for the 2018 Big Walk for Cancer
It will be a morning of entertainment and fun for participants in the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer this Saturday. Isuzu Southern Kings players will be up early after their Friday Guinness PRO14 Round 7 fixture against Scarlets at the Madibaz Stadium to lead 12 000 or more participants to Walk as One to show solidarity with those affected by cancer. The team’s participation in the event will start with the match, as they will all be wearing pink socks. On Saturday morning (October … [Read more...] about Southern Kings and African drummers to set the pace for the 2018 Big Walk for Cancer
Eastern Cape Radio Station on Top
The Eastern Cape is home to South Africa's top commercial radio station. Algoa FM received the Commercial Station of the Year award as well as three category awards at the annual Liberty Radio Awards ceremony hosted in Gauteng on Saturday, April 14. "It is the first time in history that a commercial radio station outside of Gauteng has won Station of the Year and we are both proud and thankful to our loyal audience, our clients and our staff who continually inspire us to new heights," says … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Radio Station on Top
Young trailblazers rise to the occasion on Algoa FM
Whilst one of Algoa FM’s recent on air appointments moves into weekdays, another joins the station for the very first time. Early mornings are a challenge for many, but not for Siobhan Momberg, who fearlessly pursuits much bigger challenges that set her soul on fire. The avid adventure-seeker joined Algoa FM as a presenter just six months ago, with a Sunday evening show between 7 and 10pm. Now in addition to hosting on Sundays, she will be on air between five and six in the morning, … [Read more...] about Young trailblazers rise to the occasion on Algoa FM
Fun from the Wild Coast to the Garden Route
Summer roadshow festivities will begin on Monday, December 18, at Nahoon Beach in East London and end at Diaz Beach on Sunday 31 December. Fun-seekers can show off their sand castle-building skills during the Capitec Live Better Summer Tour with Algoa FM, followed by a fun relay with a difference in the afternoon at the Coca-Cola and Algoa FM Summer Beach Roadshow. Sand castles will be built from 10 in the morning until 1, followed by a relay that includes a series of fun tasks for the … [Read more...] about Fun from the Wild Coast to the Garden Route
