Join the South African National Committee for UNESCO Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme (IHP) in celebrating the 50th anniversary of UNESCO IHP by entering the Photo Story Competition.
“A picture is worth a thousand words’’
Photography turns abstract concepts into visual realities, tells inspiring stories in an instant, and helps spread awareness on water issues through accessible means.
Why Participate?
Winners will be exhibited at curated exhibition by UNISA Awards for winners Featured in the South Africa Photo Story Book Free copy of Photo Story book for winners Recognition and visibility through South African National Committee for UNESCO IHP channels and initiatives internationally.
5 Themes to Explore to tell your story
Water & Citizen Science Water & Partnerships Water & Education Water & Culture Water & Communities
Each photo story should speak to one of the 5 themes. You can submit a maximum of 3 Photo Story entries by a single photographer.
How to Enter
Submit minimum of 3 and maximum 8 photographs that tell a cohesive story on one of the 5 themes, along with title, overall story of 150-300 words, names of the author(s), photograph location in South Africa.
What is a photo story?
A photo story is a means of visual storytelling, narrating a series of images to provide insight into a specific topic.
We are looking for powerful photo stories highlighting and raising awareness on the intertwined relationship between water and science , communities , education, culture, partnerships. Demonstrate how citizens effectively support the sustainable use and management of water.
Top 20 Photo Story Completion Winners.
| Ranking |
Contestant Name |
| 1 |
Dylan de Klerk |
| 2 |
Ruth Modisha |
| 3 |
Kefentse Molekoa |
| 4 |
Boitshoko Segoati |
| 5 |
Abulele Mbiza |
| 6 |
Mashudu Makhado |
| 7 |
Jason Mackay |
| 8 |
Center for Biological Control |
| 9 |
Kgotlhelelo Seagiso
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| 10 |
Wiki West |
| 11 |
Makgabo Van Niekerk |
| 12 |
Tarryn Johnston |
| 13 |
Jacqueline Goldin |
| 14 |
Ayanda William Kwali
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| 15 |
Makgabo Van Niekerk |
| 16 |
Amber Sinton-Hewitt |
| 17 |
Nonkululeko Malomane |
| 18 |
Tumisang Trevor Menyoko |
| 19 |
Kamvalethu Lwabi |
| 20 |
Nombini Zingisa Gono
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Competition Rules and guidelines and Photo Licence Agreement
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Photo Story Competition
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