Canon Miraisha Programme

A two-phase photography programme in Cape Town that equipped SOS staff and youth with essential creative skills. From hands-on shooting to storytelling fundamentals, participants gained practical experience and a clearer pathway into the world of photography.

A focused creative programme in Dandora that equipped young adults with practical photography and filmmaking skills. Led by Canon Certified Trainers, participants gained hands-on experience and produced real community stories to kick-start their creative journey.

A focused one-day session at the YES Hub equipped young creatives with practical photography and editing skills. Under the guidance of Mancoba Msibi and Roger Machin, participants gained clear technical direction and industry insight to strengthen their storytelling abilities.

In a world where opportunities often shape destinies, the Canon Miraisha Programme and Debra’s Palace Initiative came together in September 2025 with a shared vision — to give young boys a chance to dream, create, and lead.

Canon Miraisha launched in South Africa with its first workshop, partnering with Market Photo Workshop to support and train young creative talent, especially in underserved communities.

For International Women’s Day 2025, Canon Miraisha held two all-female photography workshops in Kenya and Nigeria, partnering with local NGOs to empower young women in the creative industry through mentorship and skill-building.

In an innovative partnership, Canon Miraisha and SOS Children’s Villages Morocco are collaborating to introduce basic and street photography to students across various Moroccan cities.

Canon Miraisha Programme partnered with Kings and Queens Art Academy to empower aspiring photographers in Bariga, Lagos, Nigeria.

The Canon Miraisha Programme and Zebra Productions share a common vision of nurturing creativity and fostering self-expression.

Canon Miraisha programme, in collaboration with The NRB Bus, Baru Collective, Pwani University, and the GoBlue Project, hosted a series of photography and filmmaking workshops.

The Canon Miraisha Programme, in collaboration with the Lagos Photo Festival, represents a significant step in nurturing the creative spirits of photography enthusiasts across Africa.

The Miraisha programme, known for its commitment to empowering individuals through photography, has found a perfect partner in Ishara Mara.

Canon Miraisha's collaboration with the Lens on Life Project is transforming the lives of at- risk youth through creativity and empowerment.

Canon Miraisha and Sema have joined forces to create a platform where Kenyan filmmakers enthusiasts can nurture their creativity and share their stories with the world.