Africa Published Volume 2: How we navigated

VOLUME 2 SEPTEMBER 2023
AFRICA PUBLISHED
how we navigated
how we
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SEPTEMBER 2023
PREFACE
how we navigated
What do you feel you shouldn’t have had to fight for
to get to where you are? To navigate means to find
one’s way and more often than not, through
something that isn’t clear. Africa Published Volume 2
through photography shares work that speaks to
lived experiences of African photographers that
decided they wanted more for themselves. They too
have had to find their way while fighting to have their
work recognized and have more spaces that share
stories by people who have come from where they
come from.
While African photographers capture the lived
experiences of others, we need to ensure there are
spaces that can document and share theirs too.
Our visual storytellers have navigated, and my hopes
are that through this publication you see the need to
support the sector to ensure the future holds more
storytelling and less fighting to tell stories.
Under the theme ‘How we navigated', participants of
Unpublished’s flagship program Creative Business
Studio contributed work that shared their journeys,
stories and hopes as they navigate the journey of
being an African visual storyteller in Africa.
— Anesu-Tendesai Chikumba

VOLUME 2 SEPTEMBER 2023
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Paul Addo (GH)
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Peter Njodzeko (Penjo Baba (CM)
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Gabriel Bell-Gam (NG)
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Lennox Makurumidze (ZW)
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Ntokozo Maseko (ZA)
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Thandee Mhangwana (ZA)
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Simphiwe Moyo (ZW)
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Mzwandile Mpaka (ZA)
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Ronny Onkeo (KE)
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Aubrey Tseleng (BW)
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Creative Business Studio
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Facilitators
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COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Paul Addo
Paul Addo a Ghanaian visual storyteller
dedicated to capturing the unfiltered
beauty that resides within his country's
diverse landscapes, bustling urban
settings, lively festivals, and rich
cultural events.
He fell in love with photography in 2017
when he was introduced to the art form
by Ghanaian photographer Yaw Pare
who not only taught him the ropes but
also gave Paul his first camera - a
Canon 600D.
At the core of Paul's work lies a deepseated
desire to narrate Africa's stories
from an indigenous perspective. He
firmly believes that by celebrating the
splendour and grace that envelop his
surroundings, he contributes to the
affirmation of cultural identity and to
the elevation of collective
consciousness.
Acknowledging the unfortunate
misrepresentations that have cast a
shadow over Africa's visual narrative,
Paul Addo stands as a beacon of
change.
Image on previous page: Paul Addo | Jamestown Lighthouse, 2023, Accra, Ghana
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Paul Addo | Chapel Square, Elmina, Central Region, 2023, Ghana
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Paul Addo | Sunrise at Busua, 2023, Western Region, 2023, Western Region, Ghana
Next page: Paul Addo | Oboadaka Waterfall, 2023, Eastern Region, Ghana
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO PARTICIPANT
artist
Paul Addo
statement
I am a documentary photographer
from Accra, Ghana. Through the lens of
my camera, I capture the essence of life
in its most authentic form. With an
unwavering focus, I encapsulate the
intricate tapestry of existence, revealing
the picturesque landscapes, bustling
urban vistas, exuberant festivals, and
compelling events that weave together
the vibrant stories of our culture.
Within my work, I find an imperative
resonance in the act of narrating
Africa's narratives from our very own
vantage point. It is my steadfast belief
that in celebrating the splendid and the
sublime that envelops us, we not only
affirm our identity but also elevate the
collective consciousness. Amidst the
ceaseless whirl of modern life, we often
overlook the intricate details that
compose the symphony of our city, the
elegance of our customs, and the
innate beauty of our natural
surroundings.
Regrettably, the visual narrative of
Africa has frequently been
overshadowed by misrepresentations
and skewed perspectives. The rich
tapestry of our positivity and brilliance
remains obscured in the shadows of
misunderstanding. I stand resolved to
alter this narrative trajectory. My
purpose is resolute: to unveil the
splendour of Africa in its unadulterated
magnificence, embarking upon this
transformative odyssey from the very
heart of my homeland, Ghana.
I want each picture I take to help
change the way people think and show
the real and true parts of life. Let's
explore this journey together, showing
the amazing and colourful things about
Africa, beginning with the wonderful
landscapes, and cityscapes of Ghana,
which is close to my heart.
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COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Peter Njodzeka
With over fifteen years experience as a
professional photographer and
documentary filmmaker, Peter
Njodzeko (Penjo Baba) work speaks to
his fascination of human progress and
natural beauty. He has won numerous
photography and film awards in his
home country Cameroon and beyond
its borders. His work has also been
recognized by Times Africa Magazine in
Nigeria, CNN World View, BBC World
News, Diageo Foundation Community
Water Projects and CRTV.
Before pressing the shutter button on
his camera, he makes sure that the
image will last thousand years
preserving the undying memories of his
character. Through the organisation,
Penjo Entertainment, which he founded
in 2003, Peter Njodzeko works in the
fields of Weddings, Beauty, Fashion,
Commercial, Portrait Photography. He
is also an educator providing trainings
and creating a platform for youth in
Cameroon to upskill in creative fields.
Image on previous page
Peter Njodzeka| Winnie 2, 2023, Maroua, Cameroon
Model: Winnie Dongmo
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Peter Njodzeka | Valerie 1, 2023, Maroua, Cameroon
Model: Valeri Kowukeh
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Peter Njodzeka | Valerie 2, 2023, Maroua, Cameroon
Model: Valeri Kowukeh
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Peter Njodzeka | Winnie 2, 2023, Maroua, Cameroon
Model: Winnie Dongmo
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO PARTICIPANT
artist
Peter Njodzeka
statement
I am fascinated by the natural beauty
and human progress. Before pressing
the shutter button on my camera, I
make sure that that this image will last
thousand years preserving the undying
memories of my character
Showcasing the beauty of a black
African woman through my lens has
always been a priority. Many keep
fighting with themselves due to
pressure from others who believe a
woman MUST change their skin tone in
order to have a place in the society. My
photography gives confidence to the
BLACK AFRICAN WOMAN.
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Gabriel Bell-Gam | Dawn by the waterfront , 2020, Opobo Town, Rivers State, Nigeria
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COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Gabriel
Bell-Gam
Bell-Gam a documentary photographer
and a cultural curator from Opobo
Kingdom Rivers State, Nigeria. His
passion for art began in 2016 when was
foreced to stand in for an absent
photographer.
Since then, his work has been
recognized by Sony Nigeria, Lagos
Portfolio Review, Commonweath
Foundation in addition to his work
being exhibited in various photography
exhibitions in Nigeria, Rwanda and USA.
Bell Gam is also a curator and has been
instrumental in driving awareness
around preserving cultural heritage;
and the need to archive for future
generation and the next to come.
As a cultural heritage preservation
practitioner Gabriel has curated
numerous cultural exhibitions and won
various international awards. He is a
member of African Photojournalism
Database, World Press Photo. He is also
a Mandela Washington Fellow.
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Gabriel Bell-Gam | She paddles also, 2020, Opobo Town, Rivers State, Nigeria
Off the horizon is a female paddler that’s making a living in a male dominated environment.
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HOW WE NAVIGATED
Gabriel Bell-Gam | The Stroll, 2023, Opobo Town, Rivers State, Nigeria
I heard a knock on my door by 6am, an apprentice waiting to head out for his lessons; to
catch dawn. While teaching him composition, I said, “Now this is how you frame subjects.” I
showed him the outcome and he echoed “The Stroll.”
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Gabriel Bell-Gam | Dear Opobo, 2023, Opobo Town, Rivers State, Nigeria
Every month or two, I return back to my hometown “Opobo” to see how life is around. Every
morning, I tel myself that no matter how many times or mornings I talk a walk by the
waterfront; I must photograph something new.
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO PARTICIPANT
artist
Gabriel Bell-Gam
statement
In 2020, I began curating different
bodies of work so as to preserve
cultural heritages. Every month or two,
I return back to my hometown “Opobo”
to see how life is around. Every
morning, I tel myself that no matter
how many times or mornings I talk a
walk by the waterfront; I must
photograph something new.
While planning an exhibition, I looked
at a canoe and said, “What a beauty,”
and boat rider laughed, Aruwari are
always lovely. Aruwari in English
“BoatShed” is a house where the citystate
people of Opobo Kingdom park
their “War-Canoe.” Aruwari and the
other images in this series are a
product of these photography strolls.
"The stroll" is titled after a lesson with
an apprentice. We got started at 6am in
time to catch dawn. While teaching him
composition, I said, “Now this is how
you frame subjects.” I showed him the
outcome and he echoed “The Stroll.”
I apply the knowledge gained from
photography to creating 3D models and
applying this knowledge in preservation
of Heritage, Culture, Identity, Origin
through the creation of a
comprehensive library database
management system with the aid of 3D,
anthropology and communications.
My research interest has therefore
expanded to absorb newer research
methodologies. I have found that most
cultural spaces are more interested in
the return of stolen artifacts that in the
investigation of current art and heritage
crime. Theft in terms of historical
properties, heritage spaces. With lesser
professionals in this space in the
African community, I believe this is be
the next step in my career.
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COHORT 2 MENTOR
Lennox
Makurumidze
Lennox Tatenda Makurumidze, is a
Zimbabwean afrocentric photographer
and poet whose work focuses on
African voices and social commentary
concept. He describes himself as the
pixel poet furthermore he also digs into
photojournalism telling the African
stories that have not entered the public
scene. Lastly, conceptual photography
is one of his favorite form of
photography, as he uses it the change
the world by telling African stories how
they are not how they are perceived..
He is also the founder of the Harvest
Project, a collaborative effort to bring
together poetry and photography to tell
the African narrative. His work has
been featured in the Montgomery
Photo Festival, the Newsday
newspaper, as well Harare Magazine ,
Zimbabwe National Art Gallery and GQ
South African
Image to the left: Lennox Makurumidze | Corporate vs Creative, 2023, Zimbabwe
Models: Tafadzwa Makoni, Kuda Rice
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Lennox Makurumidze | Answer the call, 2023, Zimbabwe
Model: Tafadzwa Makoni
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Lennox Makurumidze | Bickering table, 2023, Zimbabwe
Models: Kuda Rice,Tafadzwa Makoni
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Lennox Makurumidze | Morality calls, 2023, Zimbabwe
Model: Tafadzwa Makoni
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO MENTOR
artist
Lennox Makurumidze
statement
This series titled corporate vs creative
comments on the complicated
relationship between the two.
Corporates and creatives have a
complicated relation and there is a
need to find a delicate balance between
the two as one fuels the other.
The parties need to work together.
When it comes to the growth and
development of the identity of a nation,
corporates and creatives can bring
about a solid identity to for a country
when they join forces. The role of the
creative is to provide insight into the
individual day today person and that of
the corporate is to provide services,
information, and resources to the table.
This then aids in the development of
creatives in the creative industry. From
my experience I have felt like there is a
dance between the two where creatives
in corporate are always fighting backand-forth,
with nothing coming out of it
often resulting in creatives suffering
largely as they cannot sustainably live
off their creative endevours.
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COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Ntokozo Maseko
Ntokozo Maseko is a South African
photographer, born in Johannesburg,
South Africa whose work looks into the
idea of home and belonging. Ntokozo
shares her lived experiences through
her photographs.
She studied at the Market Photo
Workshop, where she completed her
Foundation Course in Photography in
2018.
To date, Ntokozo has showcased her
work in several exhibitions such as
Eyethu Life Center, Soweto, in 2018 as
part of an all women group exhibition.
Her work was also part of the Gender
Based Violence and Sexuality Project in
2019 at the Market Photo Workshop in
Johannesburg. This is in addition to
Ntokozo participating in The Portrait
Show in 2020 at Through The Lens
Collective in Johannesburg. She also
forms part of a duo named Yithi
Ubuciko, a collective aimed at elevating
the artist and the art.
Image to the left: Ntokozo Maseko | Endleleni eya eNatal, 2021, South Africa
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Ntokozo Maseko | Vintage Car, 2021, South Africa
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HOW WE NAVIGATED
Ntokozo Maseko | Isango, 2021, South Africa
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Ntokozo Maseko | uGogo Shelembe, 2019, South Africa
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO PARTICIPANT
artist
Ntokozo Maseko
statement
From the moment I was introduced to
photography, I believed it was for
telling stories and as time went on, I
began to see it as a tool that can be
used for different purposes. My
purpose is to introduce the art of
expression especially because of how
that is what photography has opened
up for me.
I have been able to make a frame of
what I see and show it to the world.
This body of work for me is how I
define photography for myself- painting
with light which brings me back to how
I construct my images – I am almost
always chasing light. It reflects on the
subconscious decision of mine to
always see light in places I find myself
in, the people I find myself with and
most importantly, the situations I find
myself in.
If you grew up in the township, you
would understand what I mean.
Townships can be a depressing place to
find yourself in when you dig deeper
into the history behind why, how and
what they were designed for.
Growing up there made me realise that
I wanted a better life for myself and
those that would come after me.
My passion for photography is what
enables me to keep looking back at my
home and find beauty it. I truly believe
that I’m influenced by the streets I grew
up in and the people that come from
where I come from as that is how I
learnt to practice wisdom and to want
more and see life differently.
I photograph where I come from so
that I am able to share stories of where
I grew up and got to experience life. It is
a form of archiving. I do it for my family
and generations of the world to come.
In addition to that, I also photograph as
a form of acknowledgment: I
acknowledgeI who I am, where I am
from and where I am going.
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COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Thandee
Mhangwana
Thandee is a portrait photographer,
whose emphasis is on maternity and
family photography. Although she
primarily just enjoys being behind the
camera, maternity photography
appealed the most to her as she is of
the belief that pregnant women are the
epitome of beauty.
However, most pregnant women are
also at the height of their insecurity,
which offers Thandee an opportunity to
reframe their view and restore what
they believe deep inside them; that
they are amazingly beautiful. It is
through this work, that she has seen
love between couples rekindling.
Her work has been published in Mail
and guardian, Pretoria news, The
Rapport, City press, Sowetan, Sunday
times, Drum magazine and other
African publications.
Thandee also dabbles in wedding and
event photography.
Image to the left: Thandee Mhangwana | Mother and child, 2023, South Africa
Model: Boipelo and Buamaruri
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Thandee Mhangwana | My mother and I, 2023, South Africa
Models: Margaret, Thandee and Xirhandzwa
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HOW WE NAVIGATED
Thandee Mhangwana | Instict, 2020, South Africa
Models: Thandee and Xirhandzwa
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Thandee Mhangwana | Cracked mirror, 2022, South Africa
Models: Thandee and Xirhandzwa
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO PARTICIPANT
artist
Thandee Mhangwana
statement
I first met this client in December 2022
and we hit it off. After her baby was
born, I ask her if they would mind
modelling a shoot for me. what came
from the shoot pleasantly surprised
both of us.
I would like to see photojournalism
seep through my work. The first series
in this publication includes self
portraits of my family - My mother and I
has my mother, myself and my
daughter. As I've always believed that
we need to connect past generations
with those coming, I saw it fit to take a
generational photograph of the three
of us as it felt like the most natural
thing to do. The others are of my
daughter and myself.
The second set of images are of a
mother and her new born. I first met
this client in December 2022 and we hit
it off. After her baby was born, I ask her
if they would mind modelling a shoot
for me. what came from the shoot
pleasantly surprised both of us.
My daughter is my muse. The
photographs with the animalistic
painting on our faces were taken during
lockdown and they were my way of
expressing how much I would protect
her.
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COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Simphiwe Moyo
Simphiwe is a self-taught documentary
photographer who was born in
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and currently
resides in Harare. He has a keen
interest in social justice and community
awareness which is reflected in his
photography. He holds an LLB in Laws
from the University of Cape Town
which has influenced his take on
documentary photography.
Collecting local art and supporting
upcoming artists is a vital part of his life
as he believes that Art is a language we
all speak therefore it deserves the
recognition. Simphiwe has taken part in
a group exhibitions curated by
Unpublished Africa, a community based
in Zimbabwe supporting emerging
artists. He has also showcased his work
in a Solo Exhibition at the National
Gallery of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo in
2023, named 'Pamoyo-Sihlengeni'. He
believes in continuous learning and
strives to uplift through photography.
Simphiwe is a big supporter of giving
back to the community and those less
fortunate with the belief that everyone
deserves an equal chance in life.
On previous page: Simphiwe Munyaradzi Moyo| Early Birds, 2022, Sihlengeni, Zimbabwe
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Simphiwe Munyaradzi Moyo| Kontuthu, 2022, Sihlengeni, Zimbabwe
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1. Simphiwe Munyaradzi Moyo| AMV, 2022, Sihlengeni, Zimbabwe
2. Simphiwe Munyaradzi Moyo| The bystanders, 2022, Sihlengeni, Zimbabwe
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Simphiwe Munyaradzi Moyo| The herd, 2022, Sihlengeni, Zimbabwe
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO PARTICIPANT
artist
Simphiwe Munyaradzi Moyo
statement
The series submitted is titled PAMOYO.
I am interested in social justice and
community awareness as the series
draws its inspiration from the people
around, the people who live in the
communities. PAMOYO is a portrayal of
life. Part 1 of the PAMOYO series
focuses on an area called Sihlengeni in
Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe.
Formerly termed “reserves” by the
British Colonial government, the Black
indigenous people were restricted to
areas such as these, characterised by
dry conditions, minimal arable land and
lower
water level making it hard for day to
day living. Areas such as Sihlengeni
because labour sending areas, a source
of labour for the nearby white minority
owned farms.
Today Sihlengeni is home to those who
cultivated the land in the past and they
continue to occupy it till this day
practicing subsistence farming. the
area is a stark reminder of Colonial
Spatial planning with little to show of
the transition from that era.
I intended to use silhouettes and
shadows to invoke a sense of emotion,
nostalgia. That over powering sense of
relatability unlocking a memory most of
us are fond of. These images are a
portrayal of what we see everyday till
this day.
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Mzwandile Mpaka | Portrait Of Tandekile, 2021, Cape Town, South Africa

AFRICA PUBLISHED VOLUME 2
COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Mzwandile Mpaka
Mzwandile is a South African portrait
and documentary photography whose
interest and passion for photography
began when he first held an old digital
family camera in 2016. Mzwandile has
dedicated his work to capturing the
culture, youth and the landscape of
everything that related to the scenes he
grew up in.
In 2021, he was involved in Pano
projects conveying South African
township stories by emerging local
Cape Town clothing brands such as
Broke, Sol Sol, Illucid Appare. He also
collaborated with the fashion designer
Yamkela Mahlelehlele, on a project
titled “The Misrepresentation of iKasi ''.
He also has an ongoing project called
“To Live In CA” focusing on landscape
photography of documenting mother
nature in his eyes.
Late 2021, Mzwandile cofounded
Network Sessions a space for artists to
showcase their work. Through Network
Sessions he hascollaborated with
Yocco, Nikon SA, Space Mecca, and
Through The Lens Collective. He has
also showcased his work on platfroms
such as Turbine Art Fair.
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Mzwandile Mpaka| Strand Street in Cape Town CBD, 2021, Cape Town, South Africa
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Mzwandile Mpaka| iKushu Kushu, 2021, Cape Town, South Africa
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Mzwandile Mpaka| Lazy Sun, 2021, Cape Town, South Africa
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO PARTICIPANT
artist
Mzwandile Mpaka
statement
As a portrait photographer I normally
prefer getting to know my subject
better before I take out my camera. It
could take months or even years even I
start shooting with a person. We try to
find a common level of our personality
like the stuff we both like and into by
occasionally having basic
conversations. Thus allows the shoot to
have a theme based on the
conversations we been having and we
both know what to expect from each
other, without much orchestration.
The shoot is about embracing the
rawness and beauty of the person in
front of the camera, for who they are at
their most comfortable space,
capturing the true essence of
humanhood as a whole, black and
brown, allowing them to further fall in
love with their skin.
My street documentary stems
capturing street Documentary
Photographer who embarked on
documenting
My street documentary photography in
the streets of Cape Town was to
capture it for its true nature, by
revealing the authenticity of the mother
city and how it related to me. The ongoing
documentary is titled “To Live In
CA” which referred to the encounter of
human daily experiences as they go
about making end meets.
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COHORT 2 FACILITATOR
Ronny Onkeo
Ronny Onkeo is a Photographer, visual
artist and an avid environmentalist
from Nairobi, Kenya who seeks to
capture all that is nature-wild, tame &
in between-from behind the lens. He
has been using photography, and most
recently, Extended realities as tools to
document impactful moments, raising
awareness on environmental concerns
as well as telling stories of our unique &
authentic African identities often
overlooked by mainstream media.
Ronny has established himself,
collaborating with renowned brands
such as Facebook Africa, Red Bull,
Creatives Garage, Kitukali among
others. Exhibiting projects both locally
and internationally, headlining the
premier Nairobi Festival, featuring at
NFT NYC 2023, The Foundry - Dubai,
AfroFestival 2023 - Belgrade and
Virtually on Afrika Group’s metaverse
and on Oncyber & Spatial by some of
his collectors & patrons. He has
participated in several exhibitions.
Image on previous page:
Ronny Onkeo | Fundi wa Saa (embedded with AR), 2023, Nairobi, Kenya
Models: Mohammed Ayieko, Tracy Manja & Vincent Nyerere
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Ronny Onkeo | The stare down, 2021, Nairobi, Kenya
Model: Tracy Manja, Vincent Nyerere
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Ronny Onkeo | Watch repairer, 2021, Nairobi, Kenya
Model: Vincent Nyerere
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Ronny Onkeo | Patience is a virtue, 2021, Nairobi, Kenya
Model: Junet Nimmo
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO FACILITATOR
artist
Ronny Onkeo
statement
My photographic exploration seeks to
go beyond the surface, delving deep
into the veins of Africa's communities
to uncover the stories, traditions, and
legacies that make each group an
integral part of the continent's identity.
Through sharing these thought out
photographs, I can contribute to a
broader understanding and
appreciation of the continent's cultures
& heritage. Through my photographs, I
hope to dispel stereotypes and
preconceived notions, replacing them
with a better perception of the
continent that speak to our resilience,
strength and the beauty of diversity.
Fundi wa Saa; mused by Mohammed
Ayieko, Tracy Manja & Vincent Nyerere
is an ode to watch craftsmanship and
how it influenced the lifestyle of watch
enthusiasts back in the 80s.
We decided to go four decades back in
time, bringing the nostalgic feel and set
to full circle by incorporating the styling
of the late 80s courtesy of Vart KE who
did the styling for the project and
Mohammed Ayieko who reached out to
me with the intention of visualizing and
actualizing this aesthetic in the best
way possible.
We thoughtfully formed a team Smallz
Visuals & Odimwa who were the
Gaffers and Maulid Owino who handled
behind the scenes coverage into
creating a body of work that has
traversed far and wide getting
international recognition. It was also an
opportunity for us to showcase the
craftsmanship of Mutua- the watch
repairer who let us use his space- and
showcase to this generation that
indeed watch making is a
craftsmanship that goes on todate and
also help advertise his business to
potential customers online.
It’s also quite interesting how the older
generation has resonated with this
particular project and have shown
much interest in it. Probably because of
the nostalgia it brings with it; being a
recreation of their childhood aesthetic.
This series was shot at South B's
Shopping Center in Nairobi, Kenya.
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COHORT 2 PARTICIPANT
Aubrey Tseleng
ubrey Tseleng was born in Maunatlala,
Botswana. He qualified as a teacher of
Art in 1999 and at his first school
discovered a storeroom full of
photography equipment and chemicals.
He turned his bathroom into a
darkroom and began developing his
film and prints. In a short time he got a
scholarship to study at the University of
Cape Town towards a BA Fine Arts and
unsurprisingly majored in Photography.
His work got recognition through
several awards including The Katrine
Harries Purchase Award and the
Tierney Fellowship.
He returned to teaching and did event
photography on the side, however his
passion for teaching, nature and
photography could only combine well
as a nature photography guide. He
persevered and showed up at Photo
Mashatu to shadow Kyle and Ruth in
2015. From then he knew he wanted to
take up nature photography as a
career.
He prepared and moved to work in
Shakawe a whooping 1000km away
from family where he continued to
teach art and take up Nature Guide
Training part time. In 2017 he resigned
from teaching and began a career as a
nature photo guide and nature
photographer.
He draws inspiration from nature to
highlight its brilliance through
photographs that seek to connect the
viewers back to nature. His experience
as a teacher makes him accessible to
photographers of all levels and non
photographers as well.
Aubrey has an eye for a great scene -
which he enjoys sharing with his
guests. He currently manages the C4
PhotoMashatu concession at Mashatu
Game Reserve in Botswana
Left: Aubrey Tseleng | Savannah Silhouettes: Impala 1 & 2, 2023, Botswana
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Aubrey Tseleng | Savannah Silhouettes: Impala 3, 2023, Botswana
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HOW WE NAVIGATED
Aubrey Tseleng | Savannah Silhouettes: Impala 4, 2023, Botswana
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Aubrey Tseleng | Savannah Silhouettes: Impala 5, 2023, Botswana
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artist
Aubrey Tseleng
statement
I draw inspiration from nature and
strive to highlight its brilliance through
photographs that seek to connect the
viewers back to nature.
This series is titled Savannah
Silhouettes: Impala for which the
complete series will feature different
animal species.
Discover the African savannah through
"Savannah Silhouettes," a silhouette
photo series that unveils the stories of
survival, strength, and stealth depicted
by varying animals. This collection
showcases the simplicity yet power of
photography, with light and darkness
shaping the essence of these iconic
creatures.
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Ronny Onkeo | Wapendanao (Great Catch), 2021, Nairobi, Kenya.
Models: Bill, Maggie
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Creative
BUSINESS
Studio
Creative Business Studio is a six week
virtual program created and facilitated
by Unpublished Africa.
The program assists African emerging
visual storytellers, andr creatives, ready
to professionalize their craft. The
program gives the participants access
to workshops and consultations with
industry professionals.
Program Testimonials:
“The Creative Business Studio cohort
was a purpose-driven learning
experience for me. The core
discussions were universal and quite
essential.
I learnt how to distill my core values
and goals into simple language that I
could communicate to my partners and
customers through the various
channels such as branding. I also
gained some insight into sturdy finance
practices and a few tips on how to keep
my operations sustainable.
My creative business is positioned to
serve other creatives, and so it was also
beneficial to network other passionate
creatives and begin conversations on
collaboration. This program was quite
timely, and I appreciate the opportunity
to be a part of it." - David Addo-Gyan
(Ghana)
"Being part of the Online residency was
very enriching in multiple ways. It
opened my mind up to different
aspects of my work that I was aware of
but not actively working to improve and
showed my how I can better in those
areas.
It was also great to meet all the other
cohort members and have open
dialogue on what issues we were facing
and see how others conduct their
businesses because peers are always a
great learning resource especially in
such a wide and talented pool. All in all
i’d advise more people to apply for any
future programmes that may arise
because they really help sharpen your
skills and focus on growing your
practice." - Maingaila Muvundika
(Zambia)
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO
Cohort Two Participants
Paul Addo · Muktarah Banire · Obiesha Bell-Gam · Herbert chibvongodze ·
Takunda Chipara · Chimwemwe Chipidza · Wayne Chirau · Emmanuel Kooma ·
Ntokozo Maseko · Thandee Mhangwana · Mzwandile Mpaka · Simphiwe Moyo ·
Daniel Mutisya · Peter Njodzeka · Precious Orji · Aubrey Tseleng · ·
Supported by
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Simphiwe Munyaradzi Moyo| Kontuthu, 2022, Sihlengeni, Zimbabwe
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO
Cohort Two Facilitators
Chido Dzinotyiwei
Business Strategist (AKAYI)
Chido Dzinotyiwei is a serial entrepreneur based in South
Africa who is cofounder of Akayi a Zimbabwean
entrepreneurial ecosystem enabler with a mission to create
opportunities for startup and facilitate growth for fellow
Zimbabweans building in their home country.
Her core focus is venture creation and development which led to the ideation and
development Vambo Academy — a specialized online teaching platform that aims to
preserve and promote indigenous African languages.
Her work has been recognized by Disrupt Africa, Business Tech Africa, News Day
(ZW), Sowetan Live, Head Topics; and having finished in the top six of the EO Global
Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) 2022 being the only African Startup. She was
also listed as South Africa’s female movers and shakers by Forbes in 2022. Chido is
also is a Yunus and Youth Fellow as well as a YALI fellow.
Janet Machuka
SMM Strategist & Trainer (ATC DIGITAL)
Janet Machuka, founder of ATC Digital and Sparks
Corporates, is a Kenyan Social Media Marketing Strategist
and Trainer. She has been recognized as a a leading
authority in helping businesses through their digital
transformation of sales and marketing. As founder of ATC
Digital Academy Janet also conducts digital media chats on #AfricaTweetChat in
addition to offering corporate training. Janet is a popular social media speaker and
has been invited to speak about digital marketing on various podcasts, webinars and
physical workshops.
Her work has been recognized by Talkwalker, Semrush Social Pilot among others.
Janet was also named as one of the Top 25 Digital Marketing’s Women in Kenya,
Kenya’s Top 50 Social Media Power Influencer and Top 34 Digital Marketing Experts
by Social Pilot. She has carried trainings regionally and internationally with her
courses being offered by platforms such as Semrush. Janet holds a Bachelor of
Media Science degree, from Moi University.
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Gabriel Bell-Gam | Aruwari (BoatShed), 2020, ILoma, Rivers State, Nigeria
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO
Barrack Onyango
Digital Brand Strategist & Storyteller
Barrack is a seasoned Digital Brand Strategist with a wealth
of experience in developing comprehensive brand
solutions for clients across different industries. He is the
Founder of Sparks Corporates. In addition, Barrack is a cofounder
of ATC Digital Academy, an EdTech Startup.
As a Digital Strategist, Barrack partners with agencies and brands to solve complex
business, marketing and branding challenges, leveraging consumer insights and data
to develop solutions that align with clients' brand objectives. He has a keen eye for
brand positioning and is adept at creating interactive brand experiences that
resonate with target consumers.
As a trainer, Barrack has designed and conducted training programs in different
fields, including Digital Marketing, Brand Storytelling, and Business Development. His
training programs are tailored to boost employee workplace performance in
alignment with the company's core values.
Mark Mtombeni
Accounting and Finance Expert (The Finance Guy)
Mark Hussain Mtombeni is a skilled and experienced
Finance and Management Accountant from Harare,
Zimbabwe. As founder of The Finance Guy, Mark has a
proven track record of delivering results and improving
administrative procedures to ensure excellent service.
Mark has an interest in business growth hacking and assists people and businesses
in finding ways to diversify their income while leveraging technology.
Mark holds a Bachelor of Commerce Accounting Honours degree from Midlands
State University. He also earned a Diploma in Philosophy from the University of
Zimbabwe (St Augustine's Roman Catholic Major Seminary). Markalso is a member
of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and is recognized for
his professionalism and expertise in the field of finance and administration.
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Ronny Onkeo | Matatu Culture, 2021, Nairobi, Kenya
Model: Junet Nimmo
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CREATIVE BUSINESS STUDIO
Cohort Two Facilitators
Benjamin Makono
SME Legal Expert (TOP LEGAL)
Benjamin Makono is a Zimbabwean lawyer who has a keen
interest in ensuring SMEs have the legal aid they require to
carryout operations effectively. This led him to cofound Top
Legal a legal tech organisation based in Zimbabwe Legaltech
company focused on providing legal services and
products as well as ensuring easy access to justice by the Zimbabwean citizen. As
computational technology matures, more people should be able to easily access
justice and legal services.
Benjamin also educates people and startups teaching them about how to navigate
partnerships, and how to protect their work. He hold an LLB from Midlands State
University.
Ronny Onkeo
Creative Director & Consultant (NFT KENYA)
An authority in the NFT space, Ronny Onkeo is a Kenyan
visual artist, photographer and environmentalist. t who
seeks to capture all that is nature-wild, tame & in betweenfrom
behind the lens. He has been using photography as a
tool to document impactful moments, raising awareness on
environmental concerns as well as telling stories of our unique identities often
overlooked by mainstream media.
Ronny has showcased his works both locally and internationally; Locally in Kenya at
the premier Nairobi Festival inaugurated by Gov. Sakaja at Uhuru Park &
Internationally at NFT NYC in New York, The Foundry in Dubai & Afro Festival 2023 at
Belgrade, Serbia as well as selected metaverses on Oncyber & Spatial by some of his
collectors & patrons.
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