📡 Station Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 107.9 MHz |
| Network Frequencies | Kumasi: 102.5 MHz, Takoradi: 97.9 MHz |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Ownership | Global Media Alliance Broadcasting Company (GMABC) |
| Language | English |
| Format | Urban contemporary, Afrobeats, R&B, Hip-hop, Talk, Entertainment |
| Slogan | Ghana’s Number 1 Youth Radio Network |
| Sister Stations | YFM Kumasi (102.5 FM), YFM Takoradi (97.9 FM), Happy FM, e.TV Ghana |
🎙️ Programs
YFM is known for its dynamic blend of urban music (Afrobeats, R&B, hip-hop) and engaging talk shows tailored for young audiences . The station follows the principle of “more music and less talk” while keeping listeners informed through concise updates .
Weekday Programs
| Program Name | Time Slot | Description |
|---|---|---|
| The Ryse n Shyne | 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Morning show nominated for Radio Morning Program of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
| Myd Morning Radio Show (MMRS) | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mid-morning show hosted by Rev Erskine (Programmes Manager) |
| Shouts On Y | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Interactive afternoon segment |
| The DrYve of Your Lyfe | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Late afternoon show nominated for Radio Late Afternoon Program of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
| Y Lounge | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Evening entertainment and music |
Weekend Programs
| Program Name | Time Slot | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Afropolitan Mix | Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Urban music mix |
| Y Campus Express | Saturdays, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | University campus-focused show |
| Party Pressure | Saturdays, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Weekend party music |
Special Feature
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| The World in 2 Minutes | BBC World Service news program airing hourly from 6 AM to 6 PM daily (starting March 31, 2025). Provides concise global news updates in a youth-friendly format. |
🌐 Online Presence
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Website | yfmghana.com |
| Listen Live | Available via YFM Ghana website and digital streaming platforms |
| Social Media | Active across major platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) |
| Digital Content | Podcasts, entertainment news, and live event coverage |
📞 Contact Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | Available via website contact form |
| Location | Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana |
Map Location: Near Accra Mall and Kotoka International Airport, adjacent to Vulkano VIP Casino .
🏢 Headquarters & History
Location: Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana (near Airport City area)
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History: YFM launched in 2008 as Ghana’s first urban youth radio station . It was founded by Global Media Alliance (GMA), a leading media conglomerate in Ghana
The station operates under a unique “Y-Triangle” model (also called the “Y Golden Triangle”), featuring synchronized programming across three cities: Accra (107.9 FM), Kumasi (102.5 FM), and Takoradi (97.9 FM) . This ensures consistent content delivery to YFM’s nationwide youth audience while allowing for local engagement.
Leadership: The YFM Network is led by Dr. Timothy Kwakye Karikari, Director of Broadcasting at Global Media Alliance Group . The Accra station is headed by Erskine Amo Whyte (Rev. Erskine) as Programmes Manager, who brings over a decade of experience in radio programming and youth engagement
YRated Awards: YFM hosts its own annual music award show called “YRated Awards,” designed to acknowledge the most hardworking artists played on the YFM triangle throughout the year .
🏆 Achievements & Recognition
YFM Accra has received significant industry recognition:
| Achievement | Details |
|---|---|
| RTP Awards 2025 Nominations | 13 nominations across various categories including Radio Station of the Year, Radio Program of the Year, Best Radio Personality, and Radio DJ of the Year |
| Radio Station of the Year Nomination | YFM Accra nominated at 15th Goldbond RTP Awards (2025) |
| Industry Recognition | Consistently recognized as Ghana’s leading youth and urban radio platform |
| Innovation | First Ghanaian radio station to introduce synchronized multi-city broadcasting (Y-Triangle model) |
🎤 Popular Presenters
| Presenter | Known For / Show | Recent Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| Rev Erskine (Erskine Amo Whyte) | Myd Morning Radio Show (MMRS); Programmes Manager, YFM Accra | Nominated for Radio Mid-Morning Show Host of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
| Brown Berry | The Ryse n Shyne (Morning Show) | Nominated for Radio Morning Show Host of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
| AJ Mensah | The DrYve of Your Lyfe (Kumasi) | Nominated for Radio Late Afternoon Show Host of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
| Pap Jay | Mid-morning show (YFM Kumasi) | Nominated for Radio Mid-Morning Show Host of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
| Nana Quasi-Wusu | YFM Takoradi | Nominated for Best Radio Personality Western Sector (RTP Awards 2025) |
| Chelsy Sey | YFM Takoradi | Nominated for Best Radio Personality Western Sector (RTP Awards 2025) |
| DJ Kess | YFM Accra | Nominated for Radio DJ of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
| DJ Coleda | YFM Kumasi | Nominated for Radio DJ of the Year (RTP Awards 2025) |
Founding Personalities (2018): Nokus, Ms Naa, Trigmatic, DJ Killer Fingers
🎯 Community Engagement
YFM actively engages its audience beyond the airwaves through:
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Area Codes Jam – Ghana’s only free concert initiative
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University of Ghana Sarbah Hall Week Celebration (July 2025)
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Y Campus Express – Weekly university-focused programming
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YRated Awards – Annual music awards celebrating artists played on YFM
Last Updated on June 9, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
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