How it works
STEP 1.
Subscribe to the digital format of Africa Geographic using one of 4 easy ways.
- Tel. 0860 100 209 (International readers, please tel. +27 21 530 3112)
- Fax 0866 704 101 (International readers, please fax +27 21 530 3143)
STEP 2.
A monthly link, together with a password, will be sent to your e-mail address.
STEP 3.
Click on this link to read online or to download and view later.
Africa Geographic digital publications can be delivered across multiple platforms, including online and standard access to mobile devices.
FAQ
Is the digital format the same as the print magazine?
Yes, the digital format magazine is an exact replica of Africa Geographic print magazine. The entire contents of the print magazine are available to you, to read online or to download later.
How long does the digital format take to download?
It is a matter of seconds.
What are the prices of the digital format subscriptions?
Single copy R22.50 / US$2.50
6 issues (6 months) R110 / US$13
12 issues (1 year) R210 / US$25
FREE to existing print subscribers
Why is the price quoted in dollars (US$) only?
The value of the rand (ZAR) fluctuates. If you wish to pay in ZAR, please e-mail reception@africageographi.com on the day you wish to subscribe and we will give you the current dollar/rand exchange rate.
Do you have to subscribe to the print magazine to receive the digital format?
No, you can subscribe to the digital format of our magazine without being a print subscriber.
However, if you subscribe to the print version* of our magazines you will receive the digital format free of charge.
*Print subscription, Africa Geographic R 345/US$100 for 12 issues (1 year)
As a subscriber to the print magazine, do I automatically become a digital subscriber?
No, you need to notify us that you would like to receive the digital version as part of your subscription. We don't want to send you unwanted e-mails.
How many issues of a digital format magazine do I get per subscription?
If you subscribe to the print version of a magazine and have requested the digital format, your digital subscription will run concurrently with your print subscription and expire when it does. If you have subscribed for one year, you will receive 12 issues of the magazine.
For what period of time is the link live and available to download?
The link expires after one month. We suggest that you download each issue of the magazine to view at your convenience.
Is the digital format of the magazine available at the same time as the print magazine?
Yes, you will receive a download link on the day the print version goes on sale on the newsstand.
Can an existing subscriber forward the digital file to family and friends?
You will be issued with the download link and a personal password every month. This can be forwarded to your friends and family as we understand that you may like to share our wonderful magazines. However, we would like to think that this privilege will not be abused. Should you find a friend or family member consistently asking for your paid link and password, we suggest that you direct him or her to our subscription department to discuss taking out a subscription.
How many times am I allowed to forward the digital file to another person?
This can be forwarded to your friends and family as many times as you wish, as we understand that you may like to share Africa Geographic more than once. However, as mentioned in the question above, we trust that this privilege will not be abused.
How do I receive the digital format?
An e-mail containing a link and a password will be sent to you. Simply click on the link to access the digital format and insert your password.
Can I save this link to download later?
Yes, you can download the magazine as a PDF file and save it to read later.
Click on the PDF icon at the bottom right-hand corner of your page once you have opened the link.
How do I register to receive the digital format?
- Tel. 0860 100 209 (International readers, please tel. +27 21 530 3112)
- Fax 0866 704 101 (International readers, please fax +27 21 530 3143)
Will renewal e-mails be sent to digital subscribers to advise them to renew their subscriptions?
We will e-mail you the month before your digital subscription is due to expire. To renew, please contact us via:
- Tel. 0860 100 209 (International readers, please tel. +27 21 530 3112)
- Fax 0866 704 101 (International readers, please fax +27 21 530 3143)
Can the digital format be downloaded by both PC and MAC users?
Yes.
If I miss an issue, can I retrieve this later?
Archived magazines are available online via your monthly link and password. You will have access to the previous three issues free of charge*. If you have missed issues that are more than three months old, you will need to request these back issues and pay accordingly (please e-mail subscriptions@africageographic.com for a rate).
* The first issue of our digital magazine is April 2011. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide online access to issues prior to that date. However, if you are looking for a particular issue or article, please contact reception@africageographic.com and we will be happy to help you.
Can I cancel my current print subscription and subscribe to the digital format subscription instead?
You will need to wait for your existing print subscription to expire and then subscribe to the digital format of the magazines.
Please note that the digital format is free to existing print subscribers.
