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I am a photographer and writer working between Africa and Europe, also practising as a safari designer and private guide . I shoot corporate and personal portfolios and safari lodges, and design experiential safaris that blend immersive travel with storytelling. My clients hear stories from the horse’s mouth and experience Africa in a deeply personal way.
Over three decades I’ve combined reporting, photography and travel writing to illuminate Africa’s wonder and complexity—from South Africa’s first democratic elections in 1994 to the Serengeti migration, rhino poaching, sharks and Rwanda’s resurrection after tragedy. I weave this history into every journey, whether I’m reviewing luxury lodges, crafting multimedia narratives, or guiding clients through transformative experiences on the continent.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
French
Beginner
Dutch
Intermediate
Work Experience
Guest Lecturer at The World
March 1, 2024 - March 10, 2024Commissioned to present a series of presentations over ten days onboard the world's largest residential luxury yacht; topics included shark finning, Mozambique as an emerging destination, the Rhino Story, and the Genocide & Gorillas of Rwanda.
Content Producer / Narratives Designer at Ndege Tours & Travel
February 1, 2024 - February 28, 2024Produced media content and narratives for a safari circuit in Rwanda; designed a private safari itinerary highlighting the genocide, gorillas and Rwanda’s resurrection.
Safari Designer / Guide at Self-employed / Safari Design
September 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024Designed and led two Special Interest safaris in South Africa; produced content and social media for two premium Limpopo safari lodges.
Private Guide at SALT Concepts
September 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024Guided Malaysian incentive group around Cape Town and Western Cape.
Writer / Series Contributor at Africa Birding 2025
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Authoring a series on the Kavango-Zambezi region.
Independent Writer / Travel & News Contributor at Financial Mail
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Contributions on news and travel destinations.
Contributing Writer / Photographer / Investigative at Daily Maverick
January 1, 2019 - PresentContributing writer, photographer and investigative journalism focused on travel and conservation.
Producer / Director at Carte Blanche
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2014Freelance producer-director for current affairs and magazine documentary segments.
Safari Media Consultant - Photography, Writing and Social Media at Babanango Game Reserve, KZN, South Africa
January 11, 2026 - PresentUsing two decades of photojournalist experience to unearth and bring to the fore visual stories and narratives that lift destinations from the competition. Finding their USP.
Safari Media Consultant - Photography, Writing and Social Media at The Claremont Boutique Hotel - Sabi Sabi Game Reserve's Cape Town accommodation
January 15, 2026 - January 19, 2026Using two decades of photojournalist experience to unearth and bring to the fore visual stories and narratives that lift destinations from the competition. Finding their USP.
The Midlands Camino at The Midlands Camino
January 16, 2026 - January 20, 2026Using two decades of photojournalist experience to unearth and bring to the fore visual stories and narratives that lift destinations from the competition. Finding their USP.
Safari Media Consultant - Photography, Writing and Social Media at Nako Safari Lodge, Dinokeng North Private Game Reserve
January 23, 2026 - January 25, 2026Using two decades of photojournalist experience to unearth and bring to the fore visual stories and narratives that lift destinations from the competition. Finding their USP.
Media Content Producer / Marketing Commissions at Simbavati Lodges and Return Africa (SA); Palm Hotel (Vic Falls); Machaba Safaris (Zimbabwe); Bushcamp Company (Zambia)
January 1, 2025 - PresentCommissioned to produce media content and narratives for safari circuits and hospitality properties; developing storytelling across platforms and coordinating media production.
Media Content Producer & Private Safari Itinerary Designer at Ndege Tours & Travel
February 1, 2024 - PresentProduced media content and narratives for a Rwanda safari circuit; designed a private safari itinerary grounded in Rwanda’s genocide, gorillas and resurrection.
Safari Design at Self-employed
September 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024Designed and led two Special Interest safaris in South Africa; produced content and social media for two premium Limpopo safari lodges.
Writer / Content Producer at Africa Birding 2025
January 1, 2025 - PresentSeries on the Kavango-Zambezi region.
Independent Writer at Financial Mail
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Contributions on news and travel destinations as an independent writer.
Contributing Writer/Photographer/Investigative at Daily Maverick
January 1, 2019 - PresentTravel and conservation focus; ongoing contributions as writer and photographer.
Freelance Producer-Director at Carte Blanche
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2014Scripted and produced documentaries for Carte Blanche (2005-2014).
Consultant – Story Development & Copywriting at Soweto Art Project: Beyond Covid; Africa!gnite; Soweto Tourism
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Advised on story development and copywriting for rural development and tourism initiatives.
Story & Communications Lead at Gorongosa Restoration Project
June 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Identified, crafted, and distributed community, wildlife, and women-empowerment stories.
Strategy & Copywriting at UNDP/SA Biodiversity Investment Portal
January 1, 2021 - PresentProvided strategy and copywriting for biodiversity investment portal.
Lodge Media/Marketing Commissions at Simbavati Lodges; Return Africa (SA); Palm Hotel (Vic Falls); Machaba Safaris (Zimbabwe); Bushcamp Company (Zambia)
January 1, 2025 - PresentCommissioned to produce media content and narratives for a safari circuit.
Content & Narrative Producer at Ndege Tours & Travel
February 1, 2024 - PresentProduced media content and narratives for a Rwanda safari circuit; designed a private safari itinerary leveraging genocide, gorillas, and Rwanda’s resurrection.
Safari Designer at Self-employed
September 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024Designed and led two Special Interest safaris in South Africa; produced content and social media for two premium Limpopo safari lodges.
Private Guiding at SALT Concepts
September 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024Guided a Malaysian incentive group around Cape Town and the Western Cape.
Writer at Africa Birding 2025
January 1, 2025 - PresentSeries on the Kavango-Zambezi region.
Soweto Art Project Consultant at Soweto Art Project: Beyond Covid
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Advised Rural Development NGO Africa!gnite and Soweto Tourism; Story-development & Copywriting.
Gorongosa Restoration Project Consultant at Gorongosa Restoration Project
June 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Identified, crafted, and distributed community, wildlife, and women-empowerment stories.
Strategic Communications Consultant at UNDP/SA Government Biodiversity Investment Portal
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Strategy and copywriting for biodiversity investment portal.
Soweto Tourism & Story Development Consultant at Africa!gnite
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Story-development & copywriting for rural development and tourism initiatives.
Carte Blanche Freelancer at Carte Blanche
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2014Format and produce current affairs/magazine documentary segments.
Education
Higher Diploma in Journalism (Postgraduate) Photojournalism at RHODES UNIVERSITY
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1986BA International Relations, English at UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, JOHANNESBURG
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1985French: level one at ALLIANCE FRANCAISE
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Emerging Young Decision and Opinion - Makers Workshop Issues Facing South Africa at GORDON INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS SCIENCE (GIBS)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006Expert Negotiator course at GIBS
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Balance Life Coaching at BALANCE LIFE COACHING
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Mediation Beyond Borders (IPTI) at INTERNATIONAL PEACE TRAINING INSTITUTE (IPTI)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022BA International Relations, English at University of the Witwatersrand
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1985Emerging Young Decision and Opinion - Makers Workshop at GORDON INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS SCIENCE (GIBS)
June 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004Qualifications
Balance Life Coaching
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Mediation Beyond Borders (IPTI)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Expert Negotiator
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Emerging Young Decision and Opinion-Makers Workshop
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006Expert Negotiator
January 1, 2004 - February 20, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Other
Wildlife, Luxury Safari Lodges and boutique hotels, portraits, corporate and personal profiles, all working with natural light.
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