I am a whole made storyteller long before I even picked up a camera. Whether I am standing in the side of the road capturing moments or in front of a crowd or sitting behind a notebook/computer shaping a story, my purpose has always been the same, to observe, to understand and to tell the truth beautifully so. Photo by: Cecelia Mogashoa As a media practitioner /journalist, that's the only beautiful ways to put it, I am building my career rooted in curiosity, creativity and courage off course. I strongly believe that stories have power to shift perspectives, spark conversations and bring people closer to their realities and those realities that they never personally experienced. Through photography, writing and content creation and digital media, I want to document life as it is, raw, honest and full of meaning. This blog is my space to share, grow and experiment my world. It is where my passion for visuals meets my love for words. It's where I explore the people, culture, ch...
By: Monicca Mthembu Email: moniccainnocent1@gmail.com On the 5 th of October 2024 , South Africa Celebrated the World Teacher’s Day with the 24 th National Teachers Awards in Ekurhuleni , Boksburg. The event was highlighted the crucial role teachers play in shaping the nation’s future and it was also to honour the Outstanding teachers. Attending the 24th annual celebration of National Teachers day. Picture from: Gauteng Department of Education Twitter page. A pressing concern in South Africa’s educational system is the alarming drop out rate. According to the statistic released by the Basic Education Department ,over 1 million learners drop out of school annually , with 40% of them not completing their grade 12. South Africa is facing a major challenge has high school drop outs rate is nearly 9% of 17 year old and 3% of 15 year old not attending school and mostly the reason for drop out is poverty , teenage pregnancy and failing grades which discourages t...