Why I Instagram the Hong Kong protests
From a rooftop in Hong Kong, a photographer records a major chapter in his city's history.
In Hong Kong thousands of demonstrators have been protesting against a controversial new security law announced by the Chinese government, a law which many state is used to suppress political opponents in mainland China. From a rooftop in the city, one Instagram photographer tells us why he is taking pictures of this crucial chapter of history.
Have you ever wondered what happens on the other side of the wall, in the home of a neighbour? Gail Albert Halaban is known for just that, taking photos of her neighbours and capturing what life is like next door. She speaks to the 麻豆社鈥檚 Mugabi Turya about how her photography is bringing neighbours together during the coronavirus lockdown.
Medellin was once considered the most dangerous city in the world. But what is it like now? Photographer Santiago Mesa鈥檚 images of contemporary civil unrest and gang violence reveal the Colombian city through the eyes of one of its citizens. Santiago Mesa tells us how he uses his camera to tell stories of real life in Colombia now.
Plus the Washington Post鈥檚 Deputy Director of Photography Robert Miller and the photojournalist Marvin Joseph share their experiences of covering the continuing Black Lives Matter protests.
Presented by Mugabi Turya
(Photo: Protesters in Hong Kong. Credit: Ivan)
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