‘Power and simplicity: South African photographer wins Deutsche Börse prize

Lindokuhle Sobekwa, a celebrated photographer known for his evocative work on family dynamics in post-apartheid South Africa, has won the 2025 Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize. His winning project, *I Carry Her Photo With Me*, captures the profound grief of losing his half-sister Ziyanda after a decade-long absence following a car accident, featuring intimate family moments and handwritten notes that highlight themes of loss and sibling relationships. The exhibition is on display at the Photographers’ Gallery until June 15, showcasing how photography can tell meaningful stories.