A child outside his home in Soweto, 1993. Ruth Seopedi Motau was the first black female photographer who was employed by a South African newspaper as photo editor. Her photography focuses on social documentary influenced by photojournalism and the marginalisation of black people and communities.
Image Number: APN714961

APN714961

Headline: Children Title: Black and white photos taken by Ruth Seopedi Motau, the first black female photographer employed by a South African newspaper as a photo editor Description: A child outside his home in Soweto, 1993. Ruth Seopedi Motau was the first black female photographer who was employed by a South African newspaper as photo editor. Her photography focuses on social documentary influenced by photojournalism and the marginalisation of black people and communities. City: Johannesburg Province or State: Gauteng Country: South Africa Date Created: 1993 Creator: Ruth Motau Credit Notice: Ruth Motau / Independent Photographers / african.pictures Keywords: Rights usage terms: Restrictions:  This image does NOT have all model and property releases. Additional clearance may be required for non-editorial use and for use in association with socially sensitive subject matter