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Africa National Geographic Folded Map

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Africa — National Geographic Folded Map (Flags & Facts Edition)

Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Political + Physical Mapping • Premium Reference Map

Explore the scale, diversity, and depth of the African continent with the Africa Folded Map (Flags & Facts Edition) by National Geographic — a premium reference map that combines authoritative cartography, educational insight, and long-lasting durability in one beautifully designed format.

This is more than a map — it’s a complete geographic portrait of Africa, designed to inform, inspire, and stand up to real-world use.


🌍 A Continent of Extraordinary Diversity

Africa is the second-largest continent on Earth, spanning a vast range of landscapes, climates, and cultures. This map brings that diversity into focus, helping you visualise:

  • The immense Sahara Desert stretching across North Africa
  • The fertile Nile Valley, one of the world’s oldest centres of civilisation
  • The dense Congo Rainforest, a global biodiversity hotspot
  • The dramatic Great Rift Valley, shaping much of East Africa’s terrain
  • The open savannahs of southern Africa and the highlands of Ethiopia

It’s a continent where geography and culture are deeply intertwined — and this map helps you understand both.


🗺️ Dual Mapping System — Political & Physical in Harmony

At the heart of this map is National Geographic’s signature dual-layer cartographic design, combining political and physical geography seamlessly.

Political Mapping

  • Clearly defined country boundaries
  • Capitals and major cities
  • Regional relationships across borders
  • Administrative clarity for easy reference

Physical Mapping

  • Major mountain systems and highlands
  • River networks including the Nile, Congo, Niger, and Zambezi
  • Lakes such as Victoria, Tanganyika, and Malawi
  • Deserts, plains, and coastal features

This integrated approach allows you to see how landscapes shape nations — and how nations sit within the land.


🧭 Flags & Facts — A Map That Teaches

Flip the map to discover the Flags & Facts panel, a powerful educational feature that enhances your understanding of Africa.

Includes:

  • National flags for every African country
  • Key cultural and geographic facts
  • Country-level insights and comparative data
  • Context that connects map features to real-world knowledge

This makes the map ideal for:

  • Classrooms and teaching environments
  • Students studying geography, history, or global studies
  • Anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of Africa

🌍 Exceptional Detail, Carefully Balanced

Africa is vast — and mapping it clearly is no small task. National Geographic achieves this through:

  • Hundreds of place names, carefully positioned for readability
  • Clear typographic hierarchy across dense regions
  • Subtle colour shading to distinguish terrain types
  • Inclusion of adjacent regions of Europe and Asia for geographic context

Even in densely populated areas, the map remains clear, legible, and easy to interpret.


📚 A True Reference Map for Study & Display

This map is designed to function as both:

A Learning Tool

  • Trace major river systems and drainage basins
  • Understand how geography influences climate and settlement
  • Compare political borders with natural features

A Display Piece

  • Clean, balanced design suitable for wall display
  • Visually engaging without sacrificing detail
  • Ideal for offices, classrooms, and study spaces

💪 Built to Withstand Real Use

Printed on National Geographic’s durable synthetic material, this map is made for longevity.

  • 💧 Waterproof — resistant to spills and humidity
  • 💪 Tear-resistant — handles frequent use
  • 🔁 Long-lasting — fold and unfold without wear

It’s equally at home in a classroom, office, or travel bag — built to last for years.


🌏 Why This Map Stands Out

  • Combines political and physical geography seamlessly
  • Adds depth with Flags & Facts educational content
  • Maintains exceptional clarity across a vast continent
  • Includes adjacent regions for broader context
  • Built with premium materials for durability
  • Produced by one of the world’s most trusted cartographic authorities

📐 Specifications

Feature Detail
Title Africa (Flags & Facts Edition)
Publisher National Geographic Maps
Format Folded reference map
Material Waterproof, tear-resistant synthetic paper
Flat Size 18.5" × 25.25" (approx. 470 × 640 mm)
Folded Size 4.25" × 9.25" (approx. 108 × 235 mm)
ISBN 9781566959292
Edition Recent edition
Coverage Africa + adjacent regions of Europe & Asia

🎯 Who It’s For

Perfect for:

  • Students and educators
  • Travellers planning African journeys or safaris
  • Geography enthusiasts and collectors
  • Offices, classrooms, and libraries
  • Anyone seeking a clear, authoritative view of Africa

✨ A Continent in Full Perspective

Africa is a continent of scale — geographically, culturally, and historically. From the deserts of the north to the savannahs of the south, from ancient river systems to modern capitals, it offers an extraordinary breadth of experience.

This map captures that complexity in a format that is clear, durable, and deeply informative.


A premium reference map designed for learning, planning, and display — built to endure and inform.


See Africa clearly. Understand it deeply. Explore it confidently.


Frequently Asked Questions

What area does the Africa National Geographic Folded Map cover?

The Africa National Geographic Folded Map provides road coverage of the region named in the product title. The map covers major cities, highways, towns, and regional roads, with inset city maps for key urban centres where applicable.

Is the Africa National Geographic Folded Map up to date?

Yes, this is the current edition. Mapworld stocks the most current editions from all major publishers, updated to reflect new roads and infrastructure.

What size is this map when unfolded?

Folded maps from Mapworld's range are compact and portable. Most standard folded road or travel maps open to between A1 (594 × 841mm) and A0 (841 × 1189mm) when fully unfolded, and fold down to approximately A4 or smaller for easy storage in a glove box, bag, or backpack.

Is the Africa National Geographic Folded Map in stock at Mapworld?

Mapworld maintains extensive stock across its map range and aims for fast dispatch. Orders placed before 2pm AEST on business days are typically dispatched the same day, with standard and express Australia-wide delivery options available.

Does Mapworld ship the Africa National Geographic Folded Map across Australia?

Yes, Mapworld ships Australia-wide. Standard shipping is a flat $7 rate, with free standard shipping on orders over $75. Express options are available at checkout. Most orders placed before 2pm AEST on weekdays are dispatched same day.



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