Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I register?

Click on the Sign Up link here or at the top of the page (next to Search), fill out the form that pops up and click the “Register Now” button.
Alternatively use your existing Facebook login details to login to MySafari by clicking on Facebook Connect, either here or at the top of the page.

What is Facebook Connect?

Facebook Connect allows you to login to MySafari using your existing Facebook login details. When you are logged in to MySafari you will have access to the various publishing features such as commenting and posting Safari Journals etc.
Connecting via Facebook will import your profile picture and username from Facebook. Both are editable at the time of connecting.

Why can’t I comment?

You can only comment if you are logged in. Please sign up if you have not registered before, or log in using your existing details.

Why can’t I upload a photo?

You can only upload a photo if you are logged in. Please sign up if you have not registered before, or log in using your existing details.

Why can’t I write a Safari Journal?

You can only upload a Safari Journal if you are logged in. Please sign up if you have not registered before, or log in using your existing details.

My Safari Journal is highly rated, why doesn’t it show under “Best Rated Journals”?

Only the best rated Safari Journals that include a photo will be featured under “Best Rated Journals”.

Why can’t I write an African Blog?

Only those specially selected by MySafari may write blogs. You can upload your own safari experiences on the Safari Journal.
Alternatively, contact us here, and explain why you think you should be a blogger for MySafari.

How do I change my username, password or email address?

Your email address and password can be edited on your private profile page.
If you want to change your username you need to contact MySafari here.

How do I edit or remove one of my comments or posts?

You need to contact MySafari here and explain which post/comment you would like to edit/remove and why.

How do I edit my profile?

Go to your profile page by clicking on your username in the “Welcome Box” at the top of the page. Then click on ‘edit profile’.

What can I do if I find inappropriate or offensive words or photos on MySafari?

Please tick the box that is labelled “report inappropriate content” or something similar. An administrator will be notified and if the content is deemed inappropriate it will be removed.

I can’t find what I’m looking for when I use Search.

Ensure you are searching in the correct section. By selecting the “sitewide” tab your search will scan the whole site. However, if you have selected the “Blogs” tab, your search will be limited to the African Blog section.