Frequently Asked Questions | Advertising & Distribution
Frequently Asked Questions | Layout & Design
The African Fisherman Support & FAQ
Do you accept articles & stories for publication?
Yes! Please send your stories, comments, suggestions, questions & queries in! We welcome reader submitted content! All work submitted is considered to be done so on a voluntary basis without expectation of financial compensation. Contributors maintain ownership of their work and may publish it elsewhere.
Do you pay for articles?
We do not pay for unsolicited material though we will add contributors to our subscription mailing list.
How do I submit my story?
Preferably by email, as an attachment in any widely recognized format, such as a Word Document (.DOC) etc. Stories should be between 700 and 1500 words, accompanied by no more than 10 photographs. These should be submitted via email in any of the recognized file formats below:
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with a file size between 300kb - 1mb and stipulation of 300dpi to ensure the best quality.
Will you change my material once sent in?
By submitting material for publication, authorisation is given to edit for content, clarity, or brevity. Although all possible care is taken with material submitted, the editor cannot take responsibility for lost articles and photographs. The African Fisherman reserves the right to all material used, and the right to republish such material at their discretion. The publishers reserve the right to deny the publication of any work for any reason.
Can I submit pictures for publication of fish I have caught?
Yes, however all pictures must be accompanied by a detailed caption including species, size/measurement, location caught, safari operator/camp/lodge, rod & tackle used and any other relevant information relating to the catch. Click here to submit a picture.

Please make sure your pictures are in one of the following formats:
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with a file size between 300kb - 1mb and stipulation of 300dpi to ensure the best quality.
Write to the Editor for more information. Or fill in the form on your right:
Administration
Write to Subscriptions for more information or fill in the form on your right:
Can I subscribe to the printed magazine from anywhere in the world?
Yes! Of course! Magazines are mailed through South Africa via airmail and will take approximately 10-14 days to get to you.
How many issues is a subscription?
The African Fisherman Magazine is published bi-monthly, therefore a subscription for a year is 6 issues, commencing with the next magazine after receipt of your order.
How much is a subscription?
If you would like to subscribe from South Africa (posted within South Africa), a subscription will cost ZAR250
If you would like to subscribe from the rest of Africa, a subscription will cost $50
If you would like to subscribe from the rest of the world, a subscription will cost $60.
Do I need to pay for postage?
No! All our rates include packaging & postage by airmail!
Can I gift a subscription?
Of course you can! Just fill in the subscription form with the name & address details of the gift receiver but don't forget to fill in your payment details! Gift vouchers are available on request.
How do I know how many magazines are left in my subscription?
Printed on the magazine packet address label, on the bottom right hand corner, there is a number. This number is the number of magazines left on your subscription, inclusive of the magazine that came out of that packaging. If there is still some confusion, feel free to fill in the form on your left and we'll clarify for you!
How do i know my subscription is about to expire?
We send out a renewal notice with the last magazine on your subscription, labelled on the bottom right hand corner as "01". Please be careful not to throw away the packaging if you would like to renew your subscription. If you do happen to throw it away, please just fill in our online form and we will reinstate your subscription.
Will you use my details elsewhere?
Absolutely not!!! We are a magazine based in Southern Africa and sometimes our telephones & postage systems go down. Email is the best way to contact the outside world - it is our most reliable communication system. Hence, we promise not to send you spam, we just need a reliable way of communicating with you for your subscription to The African Fisherman Magazine ensuring your total satisfaction at all times. Click to view our Privacy Policy.
Can I subscribe to a digital copy of the magazine?
Yes! Please click subscribe!
Do you have digital back-issues available?
Yes! Please click to buy!
Can I advertise in The African Fisherman Magazine?
Yes, of course! Please just fill in the form to make sure we still have space in the issue you'd like your advertisement in! Advertising that appears in the printed magazine will appear in the digital magazine at no extra cost, unless you would like your advert enhanced with media etc. Website space is limited, please contact us for information.
Where & how is the magazine distributed?
The African Fisherman Magazine is widely distributed through 300 retail outlets throughout Southern Africa. It is also available all over the world on a subscription basis.
What are the benefits to me as an advertiser being represented in the digital version of your magazine?
Today, hardware is driving the need for information and is moulding the way people view such content. Almost everyone has a gadget - be it smart phone, tablet, Ipod or one of the many purpose made readers - which are more hungry for content than the owner and it is a fact that through digital media and the Internet, there are people who will now read, view and consume information who maybe ordinarily would not pick up a book.
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A very exciting aspect of this media, is our ability to incorporate moving pictures, sound and even video, enhancing not only our own editorial content, but that of advertisers represented in our pages. It is hard to say where this exposure might end, as some models have taken their readership from a few thousand, to tens and even hundreds of thousands of viewers worldwide. If you currently advertise in our pages, you will already be benefiting from this, as our magazines are now live on at least three on-line Newsstand sites across the globe, with more planned in the future. The possibilities are endless, for us and you.
How much does it cost to advertise in the magazine?
Our advertising rates are available on request, please fill in the form on the right and one of our team will attend to you shortly!
How do I book an advert in the magazine?
Please fill in the form and we will refer you to an online booking form which will book your advert for you immediately!
Do I receive a discount if my advert is placed in more than one issue?
Yes! We offer reduced rates for adverts booked in two or more issues.
Can I supply my advert via email?
Yes of course, please follow our specs in the Layout FAQs.
If we have no existing advertisement material, can you assist?
Yes! Our publishing house has a full design & layout department to help make the advert that you'd like to see! Nominal fees apply.
Can you assist with other forms of marketing/advertising?
Born of a 24 year old publishing house, we have a new digital publishing department, ready to publish your website or digital catalogue immediately for the whole world to see. Please go to www.infinit-e-media.com
Do I have to have artwork for my advertisement?
No, we house a full design studio and will happily design your advert for you. We will undertake design, layout and compilation of final material for advertising, or production services, for clients, at nominal rates. Alterations to existing material undertaken will be charged at nominal rates. Please make sure you supply us with the information we need to do so.
What do I need to supply for the construction of my advertisement?
We will require your logo (in full colour), and any pictures you require (see image sizes below), any wording you require and the contact details you would like to appear on your advert.
Will you send me a proof?
Most definitely, proofs will be supplied through every stage of production until you are satisfied.
Can I supply my own advert?
Yes, of course, but please make sure it is one of the stipulated advert sizes available:

Full Page bleed advertising should incorporate at least 3mm of bleed all-round to allow for trimming
In what format should I submit my information?
Any of the below formats are widely accepted:

What file size is required?
To ensure good print quality and guarantee a sharp, crisp looking advert, please be sure that the photos/pictures you supply are a minimum resolution of 300dpi and should range within 500kb - 1mb in size.
Can I construct my advertisment in a Word Document Format (.DOC)?
No, that would not be advisable as we cannot ensure quality in this case.
Frequently Asked Questions | Web Support
Write to Layout & Design for more information or fill in the form on your right:
Write in if you have any technical questions or queries. We'd also love to know what you think of our new website and our new digital magazines. Email us on fishunt@zol.co.zw or fill in the form below:
Our websites are built by infinit E media. All websites built by Web & Cloud Solutions are created with advanced HTML5 technology. Our websites are therefore compatible with Internet Explorer (version 9 and above), Firefox, Chrome and Safari.

The new advanced HTML5 technology entails new capabilities and solutions for sites as well as comprehensive support for mobile devices. However, HTML5 is still a relatively new technology and is not yet fully supported by all browsers. These browsers will catch up with this technology, but to make sure things run smoothly, please make sure to update all your browsers to the most recent versions. You can easily check how well your current browser supports HTML5 here.
To download the latest Google Chrome browser please click here
To download the latest Firefox browser please click here
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To download the latest Internet Explorer browser please click here
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Important Note:
Microsoft does not support IE9 on Windows XP. If you're using Windows XP, we suggest you use another browser. We hope Microsoft will provide a solution for supporting HTML5 in the Windows XP Operating System soon.
You can see Microsoft's answer from their support here as well as a more in-depth explanation from their support forums here.
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