They face different struggles such as transport and not being able to afford it.
Canon ambassador, Mike Kendrick, trains students and unemployed young people in wildlife photography.
The students who complete the programme reportedly have incredible success in pursuing a career in photography and wildlife conservation.
Left: Wisani Ngwenya from Ludlow Village, Mpumalanga. Middle: Andy Mahlo sees his first rhino. Right: Vusi Mathe from White City, Mpumalanga. Photo credit: Supplied.Source: UGC
Their images are also showcased at exhibitions.
Vusi Mathe
Mathe is a 21-year-old man who hails from White City, Mpumalanga.
He took the course in 2018 while he was a matric learner at Madizi High School.
Mathe revealed that he learned new skills and is now able to see conservation in a new light.
He said:
Mathe hailed his mentor, Mike Kendrick, as his inspiration.
He said:
Wisani Ngwenya
Ngwenya is a 20-year-old, who hails from Ludlow Village, Mpumalanga.
In 2019, an unemployed Ngwenya decided to take the Advanced Photography and Videography course.
Ngwenya opened up about his upbringing, adding his mother was his inspiration.
His message to other young South Africans is:
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