PHOTO ESSAY

 Photo essay

Mount Kigali Universty had build a water tank inorder to bring clean drinking water to its students, and this picture show NIYOBUGINGO Wilto doing the action of drinking water and it was taken on 14/07/2025

PRINCIPLES OF PICTURE COMPOSITION

 Q2. PRINCIPLES OF PICTURE COMPOSITION

A. REFLECTION PHOTOGRAPHY

B. SYMMETRICAL BALANCE 

C. LEADING LINE PHOTOGRAPHY

D. SILOHUETTE PHOTOGRAPHY

E. LOW KEY PHOTOGRAPHY

F. SUBJECT OF CENTER PHOTOGRAPHY ( RULE OF THIRD)

 

PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF PHOTOJOURNALISM

 Q1.SIX TYPES OF PHOTOS

 a. WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY

                                      i. Shutter speed: 1/400 sec, iso :6400 ,f/16 

This photo was taken in KABUGA  swamps where cultivate rise and it was taken on 14/07/2025 and it shows the

 Yellow-billed stork in the wetlands using their beaks to probe for fish and other aquatic creatures.

B. FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

                              ii. Shutter speed: 1/80 sec , iso: 6400 , f/14 

 This picture where taken in KICUKIRO Gatega sector on 13/07/2025 and it show different types of food       photograph eg. tomatoes, bananas, some fruits like mangoes and water melone.

C. ENVIRONMENTAL PHOTOGAPHY

iii. Shutter speed: 1/800sec ,iso:400 ,f/5.6

D. DISASTER PHOTOGRAPHY

                                  iii. Shutter speed:1/4000sec, iso :6400 , f/11

This picture was take on 14/07/2025 in GAKOKI Sector in KICUKIRO District and it shows the disaster of water coming from the top of the hill. 

 

E. FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY

                                               iv. Shutter speed: 1/500sec ,iso:500, f/5 

This pictures where taken in Nyamata on 28/06/2025 opposite the petrol station near the bus pack

F. STILLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY

                                          v. Shutter speed : 1/1600 sec, iso: 6400, f/13 

This picture shows the life style photo which was taken on 14/07/2025 near Mount Kigali Universty.

BJL2204 PHOTO JOURNALISM

                    Assignment about exposure triangle (ISO,APERTURE,SHUTTER SPEED)

photo with low  aperture (deep)A photo taken with a low aperture ( f/16 or f/22) results in a deep depth of field. 

photo with high aperture of f20 shutter speed of 1/40(narrow)

photo with low shutter speed

a photo with high shutter speed

photo with low iso 100 with shutter speed 

a photo with high iso 2000 with shutter speed of 1/30

Confusion over the role of tattoos in blood cancer

A team that includes a researcher and professor at the University of Lund in Switzerland, Christel Nielsen, is going to conduct an in-depth study on whether tattooing has anything to do with developing a blood cancer known as 'lymphoma'.

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This is after researchers at this university conducted a study to see if tattooing does not cause blood cancer and found no evidence to support it.

The researchers studied 12,000 people, 3,000 of whom had blood cancer and had tattoos on their bodies.

These researchers concluded that having a tattoo is only one of the possible causes of cancer, stressing that there is no evidence that tattoos cause blood cancer because the subjects who were studied were of retirement age and some of them were smokers, and this is also one of the factors that can cause a person to be attacked by 'this type of cancer.

They said that to confirm that tattoos cause cancer, more research should be done.

According to Christel Nielisen, a team of researchers from Lund University is going to play it deeper to find out if getting blood cancer could be caused by getting a tattoo.

At what age should you stop drinking alcohol?

American Dr. Richard Restak, who is an expert in the care of brain health, especially in the prevention of dementia, points out that starting at the age of 65, a person should give up alcohol completely, because of how it damages the brain, especially in the elderly.

On June 19, 2024, the newspaper 7 Sur 7 reported that although Dr. Richard Restak provided the information, it does not mean that alcohol is good for human health and for those in other age groups under 65.

Another thing that this story explains is that Dr. Restak's answer comes back to the effects of alcohol on the brain only, but it should not be forgotten that there are other negative effects of it on other parts of the body as well.

In support of this, we use the example of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome (WKS) which occurs in the brain after vitamin B1 deficiency, as a result of chronic alcohol consumption.

The sufferer is affected by depression, loss of muscle function, paralysis of facial muscles, etc.

In addition to being affected by this disease, drinking alcohol contributes to the rapid aging of the brain, loss of the ability to make decisions and solve problems, loss of the ability to control emotions, and other harms to human life.

40 health centers in Rwanda have been provided with Starlink internet 

40 health centers around the country have been connected to high-speed internet using Starlink satellites. It is an activity achieved by the Government of Rwanda through the Ministry of Health and Technology and Innovation, in collaboration with the Tony Blair Institute, TBI.

The launch of this satellite internet service is one of Rwanda's ongoing efforts to simplify and improve access to internet services for the public.

Rwanda has also taken an important step in bringing the internet to the people, where a 'fiber optic' network with a length of 15,785 kilometers has been delivered to urban areas in all 30 regions. Another thing is that 97% of people have access to 4G internet.

However, due to the nature of Rwanda, it is difficult to get 'fiber optic' internet, which is why satellite internet is used, especially in remote rural areas.

In this context, the Tony Blair Institute, TBI, is cooperating with Rwanda in the implementation of the Starlink internet delivery program in health centers in the country, through a project called 'Tomorrow Partnership'.

The director of the Tony Blair Institute in Rwanda, Stella Mugabo, pointed out that in these times high-speed internet is the key to providing quality health services.

He said, "We are happy to cooperate with the Government of Rwanda in determining the way forward."

For 16 years, the Tony Blair Institute has been working closely with the Government of Rwanda in various projects and activities focusing on the Vision 2050 plan.

 How Ebola Struck Africa and Its Global Impact

In the dense jungles of Central Africa, a deadly virus quietly lurked among the wildlife for centuries. Little did anyone know, that this virus, known as Ebola, would one day leap from animals to humans, causing a devastating outbreak. Ebola virus disease (EVD) emerged sporadically, but when outbreaks occurred, they struck with terrifying speed and severity.

The first signs of Ebola infection are flu-like symptoms: fever, headache, muscle pain, and weakness. As the virus progresses, it can cause severe internal bleeding and organ failure. The mortality rate is shockingly high, ranging from 25% to 90% depending on the outbreak and the medical care available. This made Ebola not just a disease, but a nightmare for those affected.

When Ebola outbreaks hit communities, fear spread faster than the virus itself. Entire villages could be quarantined, leaving people isolated and frightened. Health workers, clad in protective suits that resembled spacesuits, became heroes risking their lives to care for the sick and dying. International aid poured in, as the world watched with concern and compassion.

Treatment for Ebola is challenging. There is no specific cure, but supportive care such as fluids and electrolytes can help patients survive. Experimental treatments and vaccines have been developed, offering hope for future outbreaks. However, prevention remains crucial: isolating patients, practicing strict hygiene, and safe burial practices can limit the virus's spread.

The impact of Ebola extends far beyond health. Economies suffer as trade and travel are restricted. Families are torn apart, losing loved ones and livelihoods. Yet, amidst the devastation, stories of resilience emerge. Communities rally together, educating each other on prevention and supporting survivors. Scientists work tirelessly to understand the virus and develop better treatments.

Ebola outbreaks also spark global health emergencies. International organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) coordinate responses, deploying experts and resources to contain the virus and support affected countries. Cooperation between nations becomes critical as borders blur in the face of a common threat.

Over time, lessons are learned from each outbreak. Preparedness improves as countries develop response plans and stockpile supplies. Research into vaccines and treatments accelerates, offering hope for a world where Ebola can be prevented or effectively managed.

In the end, the story of Ebola is one of fear, loss, and resilience. It is a reminder of the fragility of health and the strength of humanity. As the world continues to battle emerging infectious diseases, the lessons learned from Ebola remain invaluable, guiding efforts to protect global health for generations to come.