Kumbungu Visual storytelling

  News Analysis  #visual Storytelling #UniMaC-ift #IVS2025  Headline: Gays at Independence square  Source :Daily Guide Network  1. Does the image accurately represent the headline’s message? Yes. The image shows two men, visibly affectionate and romantically involved, standing at a location marked by the Black Star Gate (Ghana’s Independence Square). It visually affirms the headline, both in terms of sexual identity and location. 2. What emotions does the image evoke? (Urgency, sympathy, controversy?) Controversy and pride. Depending on the viewer’s context, the image may evoke pride, joy, or controversy—especially given the cultural and legal climate in certain regions regarding LGBTQ+ rights. Their joyful expressions and intimate pose might inspire empowerment for some and outrage for others. 3. Is the image manipulated or biased? (Does it frame the story in a particular way?) Somewhat. The image itself isn’t manipulated, but the headline uses minimal context,...

King Mswati III Urges Africa to Preserve Culture Through Documentation #unimac-IFT  #visual-storytelling  #storywriting  #individualassignment Accra, Ghana – June 29, 2025 King Mswati III of Eswatini has called on African nations to actively preserve and protect their unique cultural identities by documenting traditional practices for future generations. Speaking during a high-profile cultural symposium held in Ghana, the monarch emphasized that oral traditions, while rich and vibrant, are at risk of fading if not properly archived. “We must make it our duty to record our dances, customs, songs, and rituals in both digital and written form,” he said. “Our heritage is the soul of our identity, and preserving it is an act of sovereignty.” King Mswati III’s remarks were made in the presence of dignitaries, traditional leaders, and cultural scholars from across the continent. The event highlighted the growing urgency around cultural preservation amid globalization and Western...

AMERICANS CAS OUT ONB GOLD COINS AS ASIAN INVESTORS BULK UP.             STORY ANALYSIS ONE Q.1    Ans: Not fully—the image shows a gold bar, not coins, and gives no visual hint of Americans selling or Asians buying. So it only partly reflects the headline's East-West gold shift.   Q.2     Ans: It simply makes you crave that shiny bar—tempting you to invest so you don’t miss out. There’s no real panic or sadness, just a feeling of exclusivity and fear of missing out.   Q.3    Ans: The picture isn’t obviously photoshopped, but it’s biased. By focusing on a single shiny bar, it makes gold investing look glamorous and exclusive. It skips coins and the real buyers or sellers, so it simplifies the story.   Q.4     Ans: The bright light makes the gold shine and look extra special.   The close‐up shot only shows the bar, so you can’t see anything else.   T...

JUNE 29,2025 ASIRIFI GOWVID REBECCA TWUMWAA #UniMAC IFT #VISUAL STORYTELLING #ASSINGMENT 1 #BABJ28053 INDIVIDUAL ANALYSIS ARRESTED SUSPECTS OVER DAMPONG HEADMASTER'S DEATH 1. The image represents the headline because it shows pictures of the two suspects over the murdering of the Damvpong headmaster. 2. This image does not evoke any emotions but shows that this story is confidential due to the fact that the faces of the suspects have been hidden.                                    3. Not really, because the image displays the two people suspected to have committed the crime but have their faces covered for reasons best known to them 4. It visually communicates that the two individuals are connected, without needing text. 5. The image does not add depth to the story but in a way visualizes the headline of the news story. 6. A different image may or may not change the readers perception of the n...

 #UniMACIFT #IVS2025 #VisualStorytelling News Agency:Daily Guide Network Date:26th June,2025 Headline:Electricity Tariffs up 2.45 July 1  1.Does the image accurately represent the image’s headline? Yes,The image accurately represents the headline's message, which is about an increase in electricity tariffs. The logos of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission and the Electricity Company of Ghana are prominently displayed, indicating that the news is related to these organizations. 2.What emotions does the image evoke? The image evokes a sense of seriousness and importance, as it deals with a significant issue affecting the public. However, it does not create urgency, sympathy, or controversy. 3.Is the image manipulated or biased? No,The image appears to be unbiased, as it simply presents the logos of the two organizations involved without any emotional manipulation.  4.How does composition affect storytelling? The composition of the image is straightforward, with the l...

 Headline :" Kuffour Slams Religious Politics" Date:June 26,2025  News Agency: Daily Guide Network 1.Does the image accurately represent the headline’s message? The image does not provide any clear indication of the content of Kufuor's statement or the context in which it was made. However, the serious expression on Kufuor's face suggests that he is conveying a strong message. 2.What emotions does the image evoke? The image evokes a sense of seriousness and gravity, as Kufuor's expression suggests that he is deeply concerned about the issue of religious politics. The image may also evoke feelings of respect and admiration for Kufuor's leadership and commitment to addressing important social issues. 3.Is the image manipulated or biased? No,There is no clear evidence of manipulation or bias in the image. However, the selection of the image and the headline may be intended to convey a particular perspective or message. 4.How does composition affect storytelling? ...