Having previously partnered with Sputnik News Agency and Radio for past editions of the exhibition, Independent Media has played an instrumental role in bringing this powerful showcase of global photojournalism to South African audiences.

The Photo Contest was created in memory of Andrei Stenin, a photojournalist whose commitment to documenting the truth continues to inspire photographers worldwide.

Adri Senekal de Wet, editor-in-chief of Independent Media said: “This is more than just an exhibition — it is an opportunity to experience some of the most striking and thought-provoking photojournalism from across the globe. The public is invited to immerse themselves in these extraordinary works of art that highlight the beauty, complexity, and resilience of the human spirit.

“We are thrilled to bring the Andrei Stenin International Photo Exhibition to South Africa and in particular, to the Castle of Good Hope. Photojournalism has the power to transcend borders and ignite conversation. This exhibition is a celebration of visual storytelling, and we are proud to offer our readers the opportunity to experience these extraordinary photographs first hand.”

Calvyn Gilfellan, CEO of the Castle Control Board said hosting the Andrei Stennin photographic competition winners in South Africa's oldest colonial building was more than an honour. "It is an integral part of the work we do to decolonise the programmes, exhibitions, and collections of this former bastion of armed colonial conquest, slavery and apartheid."

"The Castle of Good Hope witnessed over 350 years of change and turbulance: the current trajectory towards a multi-polar world order perhaps one of the most significant ones in the last millennium. We want to embrace and harness this change towards a better Africa and a better world for all of humanity," Gilfellan said.

The exhibition at the Good Hope Gallery at the Castle of Good Hope, will be open to the public from 12-16 March.

Weekend Argus

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Experience the Andrei Stenin International Photo Contest Exhibition in Cape Town