A Tanzanian filmmaker with a passion for visual storytelling and a commitment to social and environmental justice. With seven years of experience, he has collaborated with renowned organizations like National Geographic and USAID to produce impactful documentaries that explore the complexities of cultural diversity, environmental conservation, and social justice.
His work, characterized by its visual richness and insightful narratives, has captivated audiences worldwide. Through his collaborations, Denis has honed his skills as a cinematographer, photographer, and digital image technician.
Team Sayari (Nat Geo & Disney): As Camera Operator, Digital Image Technician, and Photographer, Denis played a crucial role in capturing stunning visuals that brought the project to life.
Street Debate & Healy Me (DW 77 Percent): As Camera Assistant, Denis contributed significantly to the production process, ensuring the smooth operation of camera equipment and supporting the director’s vision.
Beyond his technical expertise, Denis is deeply committed to using his filmmaking platform to empower local communities and advocate for positive change. He has partnered with organizations like WildlifeDirect, Foundation Botnar, Makmende, Soma Bookcafe, and DW 77 Percent to amplify the voices of marginalized communities and raise awareness about critical issues.
Denis’s dedication to his craft, combined with his strong social conscience, makes him a rising star in the world of documentary filmmaking. He continues to strive for excellence in his work, seeking to create films that not only entertain but also inspire and provoke meaningful dialogue.
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Painful menstruation, painful sex, and digestive issues - just a few of the symptoms associated with endometriosis. The condition affects one in ten women worldwide. While there is currently no cure for endometriosis, there are certainly ways to improve the quality of life for those affected. In this heartfelt conversation with Dr. Chinonso Egemba, Ritha shares her journey battling endometriosis. She discusses her strategies for coping with the condition and offers hope to others who may be struggling in silence. Don’t miss out on this touching story.
There are many reasons why someone may develop a drug addiction: From early exposure to environmental factors, such as growing up with a lot of trauma. But how do you break free from addiction? Dr. Chinonso Egemba, AKA Aproko Doctor, meets a young survivor of drug abuse and delves into the science behind drug abuse.
John Mbano’s great-grandfather Songea Mbano was executed by the German colonial army in Tanzania in 1906. His head was then was shipped to Germany for racist research. Mbano’s family’s mourning and trauma has been passed down through generations. Now John is on a mission to find the remains of his great-grandfather.
Germany committed atrocities, starved entire populations and oppressed resistance in Tanzania between 1885 to 1918. But how much of that is still felt today? We talk to a descendant of Maji Maji resistance fighter Songea Mbano, who is fighting for the return of his ancestor’s remains, artists and historians who want the return of stolen cultural objects and young Tanzanians about how they feel.
How many languages do you speak? Most Africans grow up multilingual. At school they’re taught in the languages of former colonial powers, like English, French or Portuguese. At home they speak a local lingua franca like Swahili, Hausa, isiZulu or Pidgin, and another mothertongue. In this Street Debate ask: how do we promote African languages, while staying ahead in a globalized world?
In Dar Es Salaam, high school students are debating the impact German colonial rule had on their country. Which stories have remained untold?
Team Sayari learn about the various forests found in Africa, their importance to our ecosystem, the wonders of their biodiversity and why they are under threat.
Team Sayari learn about the mysteries of space, why Earth is uniquely suited for life and why we should take care of our planet.
Animals can display incredible levels of intelligence in their quest to either find food, or escape predators.
Why do animals migrate from one place to another? Teams Sayari finds out!
Team Sayari explores animals and places that have been greatly misunderstood, but can be very beneficial
Team Sayari learns about different types of snakes and why we need to protect them.
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