The 2026 Chemuniqué calendar competition

Get ready to showcase your creativity and be part of something truly South African! The 2026 calendar photo competition is here, and this year’s theme is as proudly local as it gets: “Lekker!”

We’re calling on photographers of all skill levels – whether you’re a seasoned pro or just love snapping pics on your phone – to capture the essence of this uniquely South African phrase in the African bushveld. Think funny veld stories, breathtaking moments, and hidden gems, or anything that screams “lekker!” in your eyes.

Why enter?

How to enter

In 3 easy steps

1. Snap a photo that embodies the spirit of “lekker!”
2. Complete the form below, so that we have your details.
3. Submit your photos online through WeTransfer as a high-resolution JPEG file (300 dpi, 16 MB, 5,000 x 7,000 pixels, or suitable for printing in A2 size).

Share your entry with friends and family to spread the word.

Complete the form below

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2026 Photo competition

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Deadline

Don’t wait too long – entries close soon! Be sure to submit before Friday, 4 July 2025.

This is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of South African culture, humour, and heart. So, grab your camera or phone, get inspired, and show us what “lekker!” means to you. Let’s make the 2026 calendar unforgettable – one iconic photo at a time!

Terms and conditions:

1. This competition is open to all members of our extended Chemuniqué family – including staff, clients, partners, and industry friends.
2. The photo must be an original creation – no copyrighted images may be used – and must be submitted via WeTransfer as a high-resolution JPEG file (300 dpi, 16 MB, 5,000 x 7,000 pixels, or suitable for printing in A2 size).
3. The Chemuniqué team will select 12 winning images based on their suitability for use in the 2026 Chemuniqué calendar. The editor’s decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
4. By submitting their photos for the competition, participants agree to grant Chemuniqué the right to use the photo in any manner and media – including publishing, adapting, and distributing in printed or electronic media – even if they are not among the winning entries. Chemuniqué agrees to credit the photographer when their photo is used.
5. The competition closes on 4 July, 2025.
6. Winners will be notified via email by 5 September 2025. If an entrant is not contactable after reasonable attempts have been made to do so, Chemuniqué reserves the right to offer the prize to the next best entry.