Radio Helderberg 93.6 FM

Radio Helderberg 93.6fm is a community radio station based in Somerset West, some 48 km from Cape Town in the Western Cape, South Africa. Radio Helderberg broadcasts to the Helderberg towns of Strand, Gordon’s Bay, Sir Lowry’s Pass, Nomzamo, Lwandle and Macassar, as well as further afield to Grabouw, selected areas of Cape Town including the northern and southern suburbs, Villiersdorp, Caledon, Hermanus, Gansbaai, Struisbaai and Bredasdorp. Programming is geared for general appeal and consists of a mix of easy-listening music, regular news updates and a wide range of interesting and informative talk shows. Topics covered include travel, books, advice on financial, medical, legal matters and motoring. It’s feel good radio that’s fun and friendly, but with a heart for the needs of the community and a passion for local music. Broadcasting in English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa, 93.6fm is uniquely Helderberg, but with broad appeal, guaranteeing good company around the clock. Radio Helderberg aims to inform, educated, entertain and provide companionship. The station acquired its broadcast license on July 1, 1995. It is owned by subscribers and run by a station manager acting on behalf of a board of trustees. A core team of staff is employed full-time while most of the wider network of some 50 presenters provide services on a voluntary basis.