A Look at the Dangerous, Complicated Realities of Poaching in Rural Zambia – Feature Shoot

Born and raised in Zimbabwe, and later in rural Zambia, UK-based photographer Benjamin Rutherford grew up in a context where this kind of experience is commonplace. Despite being resolutely against this black market trade, Benjamin empathises that his intention with Nyama is not to produce an activist’s piece; instead he hopes to generate a more balanced photo documentary examining the multiple issues involved in the illegal hunting activities in this part of the world.