Africa Geographic Photographer of the Year
Runs annually — dates not yet confirmed for this cycle.
The details
What you need to know
Category
Wildlife & birds
Region
South Africa / International
Entry fee
Free — Free
Typical entry window
16 Feb to 7 May
Focus & eligibility
African wildlife, conservation, people and landscapes
Priority
4 – High priority
2026 closed 7 May; winners announced Jun 2026
Before you enter
An honest read beats a hopeful submission.
Judges cut on the flaw you stopped noticing. Bring your intended entry and get a specific, unsentimental read — what's working, and the one fix worth making first.