At the beginning of November 2021, eight Tanzanian and Kenyan photojournalists took part in the collaborative "Capturing Climate Change" program with Kadir van Lohuizen.
The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Tanzania and NOOR Images, in partnership with SNV and JustDiggit, are now proud to present the corresponding exhibition, which will open to the general public on February 9 at the Alliance Française in Dar es Salaam. This event will coincide with a roundtable meeting with candidates from the program on Tuesday, February 8; public portfolio reviews with Photojournalist Kadir van Lohuizen and Curator Samira Damato on Wednesday, February 9; and a lecture by Kadir van Lohuizen on Friday, February 11.
Dar es Salaam, TZ – The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and NOOR Images are proud to present the exhibition “Capturing Climate Change”.
The climate crisis has an immense impact on our world. Without immediate action, these adverse effects will continue to increase in the upcoming years. This exhibition brings together various visual stories on the climate crisis, from its global consequences to the everyday impact on local communities in Tanzania and Kenya.
To empower local voices, eight talented photojournalists were selected to take part in a mentorship for the professional development of their visual practice when documenting climate change. The results of this dedicated program, made possible by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and NOOR Images, can be seen throughout this unique exhibition.
The photographic works, developed by four Tanzanian visual storytellers, Calvin Kulaya, Rahabu Manyasani, Imani Nsamila and Michael Mbwambo; and four Kenyan visual storytellers, Anthony Ochieng, Cynthia Maiwa, Billy Miaron and Gordwin Odhiambo; explore many aspects of life, from urban living to wildlife, and engage with both critical and constructive visual journalism to highlight the local impact of the climate crisis. These works are showcased alongside the works of award-winning photojournalist Kadir van Lohuizen.
A series of events will be additionally held at the Alliance Française in Dar es Salaam. This includes:
Tuesday, February 8:
10 am - press conference
14 pm - roundtable meeting with the photographers
18:30 pm - an invitation only visage of “Capturing Climate Change”
Wednesday, February 9:
10:30 am - portfolio reviews with photojournalist Kadir van Lohuizen and Curator, Samira Damato
Friday, February 11:
10 am - Lecture by Kadir van Lohuizen
Pictured below are some of the highlights and behind-the-scenes moments from the program in November.
Photos © Anthony Dar
This exhibition includes a selection of images showcasing the dedicated programs for climate action in Tanzania and Kenya, which are supported by the Netherlands and partners such as SNV and Justdiggit.
By highlighting these valuable stories through powerful visual journalism, this exhibition aims to inspire climate action, to remind you that change is possible, and that together we can create a better world.
NOOR would like to acknowledge the efforts of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Tanzania and Kenya and the support of SNV, JustDiggit, PAWA254, the British Council Tanzania and the Alliance Française in realising this initiative.
For more information, contact:
Samira Damato - Project Manager & Curator for “Capturing Climate Change”
samira@noorimages.com