Sinenkosi Msomi

Sinenkosi Msomi (b. 1995, Eswatini) is a male photographer currently residing in Mbabane. Mpolonjeni. His work comprises staged and conceptual photography, addressing themes such as mental health, self-expression, and childhood memories. Msomi was awarded the social justice prize at the African Union and Afrochampions Nefertiti art prize in 2020 for his work on social change, justice, inclusion, equity, equality, struggle, and anti-oppression.

Introduced to photography by his best friend Clifford Dludlu, Msomi began to view the world differently. His major life challenge has been overcoming the pain of losing loved ones, which taught him to cherish moments with those he loves. He is currently in his final year of a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing at the University of Eswatini and holds an Associate degree in Business Management.

Msomi believes photography is a medium of self-expression that educates, tells stories, and unites. His first solo exhibition, titled All that glitters is not gold, held at Yebo Art Gallery, explored youth mental health issues and encouraged peers to seek psychological help. His upbringing in an African extended family profoundly influences his work, helping him to articulate feelings and experiences that words often fail to convey. Msomi uniquely employs natural light in his photography and uses Lightroom mobile for post-production. He aspires to collaborate with other African artists in the future.