{"id":23325,"date":"2024-04-08T09:51:15","date_gmt":"2024-04-08T09:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/barazalab.com\/?p=23325"},"modified":"2024-04-08T10:09:13","modified_gmt":"2024-04-08T10:09:13","slug":"barua-ya-baraza-crabs-in-nature-and-on-youtube-matatu-film-residency-and-african-photobook-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tuwele.com\/baraza_update\/barua-ya-baraza-crabs-in-nature-and-on-youtube-matatu-film-residency-and-african-photobook-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Crabs in Nature and on YouTube, Matatu Film Residency, and African Photobook Awards."},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"23325\" class=\"elementor elementor-23325\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_width&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_width_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_width_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_padding&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;top&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;right&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;bottom&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;left&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;isLinked&quot;:true},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_padding_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;top&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;right&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;bottom&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;left&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;isLinked&quot;:true},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_padding_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;top&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;right&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;bottom&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;left&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;isLinked&quot;:true},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_border_radius&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;top&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;right&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;bottom&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;left&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;isLinked&quot;:true},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_border_radius_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;top&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;right&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;bottom&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;left&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;isLinked&quot;:true},&quot;element_pack_global_tooltip_border_radius_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;top&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;right&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;bottom&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;left&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;isLinked&quot;:true}}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-25307be4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"25307be4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59ef08a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"59ef08a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>BARUA YA BARAZA: Crabs in Nature and on YouTube , Matatu Film Residency , and African Photobook Awards\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p><b>From the Curator\u2019s Desk<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greetings, friends:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why do animals <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/barazalab.us19.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=bcaf2780ffb904dd8949bef9b&amp;id=555a240e20&amp;e=fb26f5106b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keep evolving<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into crabs? This is a real thing &#8211; crab-like forms are so evolutionarily favourable that they&#8217;ve evolved independently at least five times in nature, among animals that are technically not crabs. Stay with me &#8211; I promise I&#8217;m going somewhere with this.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few days ago, my (almost) 10-year-old told me that evolution tends to favour the crab-like body shape, with its protective exoskeleton, versatile limbs, and compact form. Scientists believe that having a crab-like body is great in defending against predators, in burrowing and navigating diverse habitats. It means that multiple crustacean lineages have evolved over time into forms resembling crabs, despite having completely different ancestors. It&#8217;s a phenomenon called carcinization.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the same way, over time you might notice a similar convergence among content creators. In the pursuit of audience engagement, creators often gravitate towards content styles, formats, or themes that have already proven successful. This trend is not driven by biological evolution, of course, but by the algorithmic and social dynamics of the platform. Videos that gain more views, likes, and shares are often promoted more by YouTube&#8217;s algorithms, leading creators to adapt their content to what performs best.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though it may seem we are living in an age of digital overabundance, we are at the same time living in the age of homogenization of content, where diverse creators might end up producing surprisingly similar videos. Topics that trend, video formats that engage viewers more effectively (think of how YouTube creators are always doing challenges or pranks), and even editing styles can become remarkably uniform across the platform. This is not to say that creativity is completely stifled; many creators still bring unique perspectives and innovations. However, the underlying pattern of convergence is unmistakable, driven by platforms&#8217; inherent reward mechanisms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why does this even matter? In the grand scheme of things, when everyone starts to look and sound the same, we might miss out on those unique, quirky, or innovative voices that bring new perspectives to the table. In the long run, ensuring a diverse range of content is crucial because it keeps the digital landscape vibrant and interesting, preventing it from becoming a monotonous echo chamber. Crabs are great &#8211; but that shouldn&#8217;t be the only creature out there.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the meantime, here\u2019s:\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b>What We&#8217;re Reading:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/barazalab.us19.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=bcaf2780ffb904dd8949bef9b&amp;id=cb2a020649&amp;e=fb26f5106b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I Know It Was The Blood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an Easter reflection by my dear friend Rev. Dr. Jeremy L. Williams. In this sermon, Dr. Williams grapples with the violence of Jesus crucifixion, and wonders, &#8220;How is state-terror against an innocent man turned into something worth singing about joyfully?&#8221;<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><b>What We&#8217;re Watching:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> I&#8217;m in those rare seasons in my life where I&#8217;m watching multiple shows in parallel. So, here goes &#8211; I&#8217;m bingeing on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/barazalab.us19.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=bcaf2780ffb904dd8949bef9b&amp;id=b51306cc38&amp;e=fb26f5106b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Gentlemen<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/barazalab.us19.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=bcaf2780ffb904dd8949bef9b&amp;id=3bfa2c64cc&amp;e=fb26f5106b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Eye Samurai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, both on Netflix, and Industry on Showmax. Three very different shows, but I&#8217;m loving the experience of watching them all.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><b>What We&#8217;re Listening to:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/barazalab.us19.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=bcaf2780ffb904dd8949bef9b&amp;id=f2e08a6204&amp;e=fb26f5106b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scamfluencers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a podcast unpacking &#8220;epic stories of deception from the worlds of social media, fashion, finance, health, and wellness&#8230;These influencers claim to be everything from charismatic healers to trusted financial insiders to experts in dating. They cast spells over millions. Why do we believe them, and how does our culture allow them to thrive?&#8221; Listen, wherever you get your podcasts.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Christine Mungai.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><b>TO PITCH, WRITE AND APPLY TO<\/b><\/p><p><b>#RiseAfrica2024 | Photography Competition<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The #RISEAfrica2024 Photography Competition is now open, with the theme &#8220;Everyday Possibilities&#8230; [from neighbourhoods to cities].&#8221;\u00a0 This year, they&#8217;re challenging you to capture the potential within your surroundings.\u00a0 Explore your city, listen to its stories, and see the possibilities waiting to be unlocked.\u00a0 Tell a visual story about how everyday elements of urban life can be transformed by passionate and creative people working together to build thriving African cities.\u00a0 The winner will receive $500, with two finalists each taking home $200.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Deadline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7th April, 2024<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/airtable.com\/apppoGUZlcBv7u3kD\/shreaz7iJPxo5HSfP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><b>The Music Imbizo | Film Festival<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calling all music filmmakers! The Music Imbizo Film Festival is accepting submissions for their 2024 event in Durban, South Africa. The fee to enter is $12. They are looking for films of all lengths (features, shorts, documentaries) as long as they are music-related and completed in the last 3 years. Submit your film by FilmFreeway for a chance to have it screened at the festival.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Deadline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15th April, 2024<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/TheMusicImbizoFilmFestival?fbclid=PAAabTpbo98LDiSrtyKzjSN70ZSOTgHn7uDuF-2ykFW6OvYoR9KdJAiP80l28_aem_AXnc2Oya2Bd1y-85HNSYf-psocqJZdNnS_B3Z2xw_RlOGAmJi2TS5CyS8jGmGZdi0mXJ4G4sszhoNxh1P50rDjw4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Film Possible | Matatu Film Residency<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Film Possible is calling on East African filmmakers to apply for their prestigious Matatu Film Residency! This month-long program supports emerging and established filmmakers from Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, South Sudan, Burundi, and DR Congo in developing their feature-length documentary projects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b>Deadline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30th April, 2024<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.filmpossible.org\/matatufilmresidency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><b>African Podcast &amp; Voice Awards | Call for Session Hosts<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The APVA is seeking a dynamic lineup of speakers and facilitators who can ignite discussions across the entire audio spectrum. Whether you&#8217;re a podcasting expert, a voice-over maestro, or a spoken-word spellbinder, the APVA wants to hear from you! Do you have a compelling story to share and the enthusiasm to lead conversations that make a difference? Then the APVA wants you on their team!<\/span><\/p><p><b>Deadline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30th April, 2024<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/awards.apva.africa\/submissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><b>EIGER Foundation | African Photobook of the Year Awards<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capture Africa&#8217;s vibrant stories and win your chance to be part of the Eiger Foundation African Photobook of the Year Award. Compete for a $12,500 prize, gain international exposure, and join a network of passionate artists. Submit your photobook showcasing Africa&#8217;s diverse landscapes and cultures &#8211; it&#8217;s not just recognition, it&#8217;s a platform to inspire and celebrate the continent&#8217;s narratives.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Deadline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1st June, 2024<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eigerfoundation.org\/african-photobook-of-the-year-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Baraza MEME Bunk<\/b><\/p><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-23328 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/tuwele.com\/baraza_update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Meme.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"430\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tuwele.com\/baraza_update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Meme.jpg 430w, https:\/\/tuwele.com\/baraza_update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Meme-252x300.jpg 252w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/><\/p><p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why do animals keep evolving into crabs? 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