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title: "\"eNqutu\": A photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth"
description: "Of Soul and Joy, a vocational programme whose focus is on \"empowering youth through the field of photography\", presents until 30 April 2023, 'eNqutu', a photographic exhibition featuring personal stories from local youth and selected students from Mathukulula High School in Nqutu, Kwa-Zulu Natal."
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# "eNqutu": A photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth

> Of Soul and Joy, a vocational programme whose focus is on "empowering youth through the field of photography", presents until 30 April 2023, 'eNqutu', a photographic exhibition featuring personal stories from local youth and selected students from Mathukulula High School in Nqutu, Kwa-Zulu Natal.

By Maverick Life Editors · Published 27 April 2023, 15:00 SAST · Updated 27 April 2023, 14:57 SAST

## Content

The [exhibition](https://www.instagram.com/ofsoulandjoy_photoproject/?hl=en), held at Mathukulula High School until 30 April 2023, showcases work that was "created during a three-week intensive workshop last year, facilitated by [Of Soul and Joy](https://www.ofsoulandjoy.com/) mentors [Jabulani Dhlamini](https://www.ofsoulandjoy.com/our-team), Thandile Zwelibanzi, Sbusiso Bheka, and Tshepiso Mazibuko. The mentors worked closely with the students to develop their photography skills and help them express their unique perspectives".

Here is a selection of the featured images.

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Mbuso Khoza, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/PpYIcs06gDSc3LyuBlmuepupGEY=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2-eNqutu-Exhibition_DSC0110.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Mbuso Khoza, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/qQPOrESqz4mWRHAR7xLYCHvdGuc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/3-eNqutu-Exhibition_DSC0095.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Anetso Motloung, Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/bZ1mAtUaGp_v2k9gYEnmqL7NxJQ=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/4-eNqutu-Exhibition_DSC0222.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Mbuso Khoza, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/FqODVFRQFdR_XdIuptQU4FXkgdE=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/5-eNqutu-Exhibition_DSC0239.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Banele Khoza, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/91lEzfeE_YDqrzhEgmrMznLysAw=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/6-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0022-1.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Noxolo Gamede, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/z_C1oYSB8_bq9VWtKudQhqf37TQ=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/7-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0022-4.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Dumile Ntombela, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/1GCOPoicBcfUB_zuAMev-f1e1YY=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/8-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0034.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Mbuso Khoza, Nquthu Taxi Rank, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/rxMdLFc17o6BaTJxg4z8x2-Kf9A=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/9-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0083.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Amahle Mahlangu, Nquthu Taxi Rank, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/sIAGTjTe2NIC0zFuqgO2dQQdr20=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/11-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0165.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Amahle Mhlungu, Nquthu Taxi Rank, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/JhiugG_VdCDOWqXz4YoC7Mm3t4c=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/18-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSCN0830.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Ayabulela Mahleza, Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/mYuraOlazGi2i6ANQwvjJoaBsh8=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/17-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSCN0390-1.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Asanda Mkhwanazi, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/64M2RIh7yPmZ63G-GTslfHEEN3M=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/16-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSCN031831.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Siphilele Hlongwane, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/zosjq5WWo_RpX9FMYmrRgFdiaaM=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/15-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_085191.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Banele Khoza, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/-3NIBjFCuGAc9qxdnsGmXBzDwVQ=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/14-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0382.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Akhona Mbatha, eThelezini-Nquthu, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/AFXR3ryVXuoEXM---ZS6TYK4i7g=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/13-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0220.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Siphakamiso Zulu, Nquthu Taxi Rank, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/8wAJjml-APkakH96RgNNPZt6lDk=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/12-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_0187.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Siphilele Hlongwane, Nquthu Taxi Rank, 2022*

!["eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Supplied by Of Soul and Joy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/oTQlq06fh_bVQxA7691Ry2GMN2k=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/10-eNqutu-ExhibitionDSC_011392.jpg)

*"eNqutu" presented by Of Soul and Joy is a photographic exhibition showcasing personal stories from local youth. Image: Siphilele Hlongwana, Nquthu Taxi Rank, 2022 DM/ ML*