Unpublished Africa to launch Second Photography Week

By Christopher Mahove

Unpublished Africa, will launch its second Photography Week under the theme Impact in Mind, which encourages photographers and visual storytellers to consider how their work can address pressing social issues, amplify marginalised voices, and inspire action.

In a statement released Friday, Unpublished Africa Founder, Anesu Chikumba, said the event would

delve into the powerful role of visual storytelling in driving social change and shaping narratives.

“By exploring the intersection of art and activism, the event aims to foster a community of photographers committed to using their lens to make a difference,” she said.

Chikumba said key highlights of the photography week would include Virtual discussions and workshops and in person photography walks.

“Visual storytellers, photographers and art enthusiasts can expect to engage with African creatives and cultural practitioners and learn from their insights on topics such as building visual stories, and storytelling techniques, documenting for cultural heritage and documentary photography, “ she said.

Chikumba noted that the in person photography walks, which would be hosted by Leonardo Thomas, Tinashe Pawandirwa and Namukolo Siyumbwa, would involve multi-city community engaging walks the 23rd and 30th of November as well as the

8th of December, with a view to encourage the photographers to build community in their cities.

She said attendees can expect to explore local communities, capture compelling images, and connect with fellow photographers.

“As one of Unpublished Africa’s mandates is to create platforms to showcase work by African creatives, the event will end with a group photography exhibition. Photographers were invited to submit photography stories that follow the theme “Impact in Mind”.

Unpublished Africa is a platform dedicated to supporting emerging African visual Storytellers and provides opportunities for creatives to showcase their work, connect with industry professionals, and contribute to the visual storytelling landscape.

In September this year, Unpublished Africa launched its third cohort of the Creative Business Studio, its flagship programme which saw creatives from across the continent taking part.