Family Motivation
By the firelight sits a brother on his journey to becoming a doctor, beside him, his greatest motivation. Just as the flames chase away the night’s darkness, their smiles fuel his purpose: to build them a brighter, greater life.
August 2025
One group together
The photo was taken at the entrance to the city of Tebessa, east of Algeria. It shows migrants taking shelter under a lonely tree in the middle of summer and in difficult conditions.
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Three Friends
The photo was taken in the city of Tebessa, eastern Algeria, and shows three children who are friends, with a smile of hope on their faces despite the circumstances.
Noticing the footbridge to the lake
Take a moment to notice and observe this footbridge. Be grateful for how it connects the city to the lake. Feel the bridge under your feet, the breeze on your skin, and the sun on your face. Use this bridge to move forward.
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A path to appreciate
I see a beautiful path. I see tall trees with brilliant green sunlit leaves. I see a person walking their dog. I see another person riding their bike. I see a row of lamps lighting the way. I feel the ground beneath my feet. I feel the cool breeze. I feel my breath. I hear
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AT REST IN THE HARBOR
At times when life is moving so quickly. It is so delightful to be at rest in the harbors of life.
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Never Alone When You are With Yourself
Maybe we should call it soulitude, not solitude.
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Still Going Strong
I only saw them from behind, but that said it all—love, affection, and respect, all intact.
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Un Momento Completo / A Complete moment
Cráter Volcán Lonquimay, Chile, 2024 / Lonquimay Volcano Crater, Chile, 2024
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The Embodiment of Culture
From the vibrant town of Mahikeng, in the far North West, colours combine to form patterns of beauty on people’s faces, fabrics of art to be worn. The diverse shades of brown create an ambient atmosphere of hope, and the rough roll of the Tswana language off of your tongue feels like home, belonging. Our
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Street Monkey Show
Street Monkey Show in front of Eaton Centre Toronto
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Me, Myself and I
A journey of growth, resilience, and late nights at Jammie — learning not just for a degree, but for the person I’m becoming. This is THE FIRST CIVIL ENGINEER IN MY FAMILY.
To bloom again.
Having gone through a season in life that left me feeling as bare as a tree in winter, I look forward to the spring that will bring back life and make me feel like myself again.
This is ME
This is me. Rooted in my AFRICANness, carrying tradition, nature, and ancestors within me. Through Ubuntu I find respect, community, and identity – shaping how I live, love, and learn at UCT.
“But richer still, I see these lines are drawn out of me” by Cathal Lagan
Life after losing a parent is never the same you get to see the rocky roads, the stones being thrown on you and you don’t have anyone to cover your back you’re on your own but because of the immortal lessons that my mom thought me I’m able to withstand, overcome and conquer the world.
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Selfie at the beach
Nothing beats a crowd of me, myself and I treating each other to a selfie at the beach.
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Softness Even on Rocky Shores
This panda is a symbol of my resilience through hardship. When I was undergoing TB treatment, this panda was one of my anchors. He is now a symbol of my own ability to remain empathetic and loving to humankind even if I undergo my own painful struggles. Most of all, the panda is my personal
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Boikano in full bloom
In this picture I was feeling very confident and I hadn’t felt like that in a while. I had just come back from church and I was in a good space. After periods of isolating myself, It felt like a new beginning.
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RIGHT IN YOUR BACK YARD
In a world where uncertainty is a common occurrence, there is hope for positive change right in your back yard. The original sign of love is found openly through the care of those everywhere working to initiate an unbridled amorous reach to the most important audience, you.
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Together Against the Sky
Two women stand side by side on a rocky hill, arms linked in quiet solidarity, their figures framed against drifting clouds in the vast open sky. In the distance, children gather near a simple wooden structure, adding depth and life to the scene. The stark black-and-white tones highlight both the strength of companionship and the
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Under the Ancestral Shade
A majestic tree stands tall, its sprawling branches casting shelter over cattle grazing beneath. Nearby, a lone figure carries a bundle of wood, moving through the quiet rhythm of rural life. The play of light and shadow in black and white enhances the timelessness of the scene, symbolizing coexistence between humanity, nature, and tradition.
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Echoes of Tradition
Four tribal women sit together, adorned with intricate jewelry and traditional attire, their presence radiating dignity and wisdom. The monochrome tones highlight the textures of their ornaments, garments, and expressions, evoking a timeless atmosphere. Each gaze carries stories of heritage, resilience, and community — a living testament to culture preserved through generations.
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