Spotlight on Weg! Magazine

Your family‑friendly passport to affordable African adventures

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1  Weg! Overview

Founded in April 2004 by Media24 (a division of Naspers), Weg! is the Afrikaans‑language twin of go! magazine. The title—literally “Away!”—captures its mission: to inspire ordinary South Africans to get outdoors, explore affordable destinations and travel responsibly across southern Africa.

• Publisher: Media24 | Travel Magazines Division
• Frequency: Bi‑monthly (6 issues / year)
• Language: Afrikaans (English edition published as go!)

Mission statement: “Affordable escapes, honest advice.” The editorial team prides itself on paying their own way so readers can trust every recommendation.

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2  Who Reads Weg!?

Segment	Share*	What they’re after
Outdoor families	40 %	School‑holiday trip ideas, safe campsites, kid‑friendly hikes
Adventure couples (25‑45)	30 %	4×4 routes, multi‑day treks, photo tips
Bush‑lovers & retirees	20 %	Affordable lodges, birding hotspots, slow‑travel inspo
Young explorers (teens/varsity)	10 %	Budget gear, volunteer projects, “gap‑year” road trips

*2024 Media24 reader panel, n = 2 160

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3  Weg! Regular Features (with live examples)

Column	What you’ll find	Latest issue example
Pierre se Brief (Editor’s Letter)	Schalk Jonker sets the scene with a personal story	“Baljaar buite!” – embracing barefoot summers (Apr/May 2025)
Briewe (Letters)	Reader raves & rants with prize giveaways	Feedback on Tsitsikamma bike trail (Apr/May 2025)
Kyk Hier / Kortliks	Quick news bites, upcoming events, conservation alerts	Rhino dehorning update; Karoo flower forecast
Kuierkos / Padkos	Family‑friendly campfire recipes	“5 Pasta‑resepte – van vinnig tot fensie”
Mense se Lense	Readers’ best wildlife photos	Black‑mamba‑eats‑bat shot, Kruger
Fotoportefeulie	Pro photographer portfolio & behind‑the‑shot tips	Rain‑forest macro series by Henk Kruger
Kinderblad	Puzzles, junior ranger badges, bird‑ID challenge	“Voëlnes bou‑pret” DIY activity
4×4 & Gear Tests	Honest reviews of vehicles, rooftop tents, GPS units	Mobi Lodge off‑road caravan 5‑star review
Treks & Trails	Day‑hike and multi‑day route guides	“DAGSTAP: Verby koi‑ranse by Morganbaai”

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4  Weg! Format & Availability

• Print: 132–148 pages, perfect‑bound, glossy. Stocked nationwide (see below).
• Digital: iOS & Android apps, Magzter web reader, and PDF back‑issue archive from 2005‑present.
• Back issues: Order hard copies from Media24 Shop. Latest print cover price: R 140.

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5  Weg! Pricing & Subscription Options

Platform	Term	ZAR*	Notes
Magzter GOLD	1 month	± R 290	Unlimited access to 9 000 titles incl. Weg!
	1 year (promo)	± R 1 450 → R 725	50 % off (April 2025 promo)
Magzter single‑title	1 year	± R 485	Digital only
	Single issue	± R 135	Digital PDF/e‑reader
Print subscription	12 months	R 795	Via Media24 Direct (incl. delivery)

*Exchange rate 1 USD ≈ R 18.50 (Apr 2025)

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6  Where to Buy Weg! Locally

Retailer	Availability	Tip
CNA	All major malls; check travel & outdoor shelf	Grab Weg Ry & Sleep companion title at the same time
Exclusive Books	Flagship stores (Sandton, Waterfront, Gateway)	Earn Fanatics points on print issues
Outdoor Warehouse	Selected branches (Randburg, Somerset West)	Often bundles Weg! with gear‑catalogue specials
Media24 Shop (online)	Ships nationwide within 3 days	Order back issues from 2005 onwards

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7  Weg! Magzter Walk‑Through

1. Visit https://www.magzter.com/ and search “Weg!”
2. Choose Subscribe Only to Weg! or Magzter GOLD for all‑access.
3. Create an account (email, Google, or Facebook login).
4. Pay with card/PayPal—instant digital access.
5. Download the Magzter app (iOS / Android) and sign in.
6. Tap the cloud icon to save issues offline for road trips.

🎬 Coming soon: 5‑minute Weg! “magazine unbox” video. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. (Placeholder link)

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8 Weg! Google Search FAQs

Below are some of the most common Google queries about Weg tydskrif / Weg magazine—plus quick answers:

Weg! tydskrif resepte (Weg magazine recipes)

Kuierkos and Padkos pages publish family‑friendly campfire dishes—roosterkoek, potjie and one‑pan pastas—so search our archive or grab the latest issue for step‑by‑step goodness.

Weg! tydskrif pdf / Weg magazine PDF download

Need a digital copy? Head to Magzter or the official Weg! app, where you can securely download PDF issues for offline reading. Free file‑sharing sites often host pirated copies—support the creators instead.

Weg! tydskrif foto kompetisie (photo competition)

The annual wildlife photo competition celebrates birds, mammals, landscapes and junior entries. Watch Mense se Lense pages or the Weg! website; prizes include safari stays and camera gear.

Weg! tydskrif subscription

A 12‑month print subscription costs R 795 (South Africa) while Magzter’s digital plan starts around R 485 per year. International shipping is available on request.

Weg! tydskrif argief (archive)

Back issues from 2005 onward are sold via the Media24 Shop and stored digitally on Magzter—ideal for research or nostalgia.

Destination‑specific searches

• Weg! tydskrif Karoo – road trips to Prince Albert, Tankwa, and Karoo National Park
• Weg! tydskrif Kgalagadi – 4×4 routes, predator sightings and booking tips
• Weg! tydskrif Weskus – West Coast flower routes, seafood spots and quaint fishing villages

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Article prepared for GoneTrekking.co.za • 20 Apr 2025