BUTA PHOTO Journal

04/08/2026

Today, we had the pleasure of working alongside our talented colleague, Hafsa Saeed, who served as Production Assistant during our documentary shoot with Charles "Stretch" Ledford, Associate Professor of Journalism at the University of Illinois College of Media, USA.
The production focuses on the lives and experiences of Kayayei (female head porters), highlighting stories of resilience, dignity, and hope through powerful visual storytelling.
At Buta Visual Agency, we are proud to collaborate with leading international academics, media professionals, and development partners to produce compelling visual narratives that inspire change and amplify underrepresented voices.
Every production is driven by a dedicated team committed to excellence, authenticity, and impactful storytelling.
Buta Visual Agency, Telling stories that matter, with purpose and precision.

03/08/2026

Looks like I'm becoming a bad influence on my colleagues at Buta Visual Agency! 😄 I promise it's all in good spirit. Hopefully, the only thing I'm spreading is, passion, having fun and the drive to tell impactful stories.

14/07/2026

A young woman pauses in quiet reflection at the Gbewaa Palace following the burial of the late Ya Naa Abukari Mahama II, as the Kingdom of Dagbon enters a period of mourning and transition.

13/07/2026

Today, I am back here at the Gbewaa Palace to close a chapter that has been one of the greatest privileges of my professional journey.
Although it is sad that this long-term project documenting the reign of His Royal Majesty, the Ya-Na, is coming to an end, I choose to be grateful rather than disappointed.
For 7 years, I had the honour of leading a dedicated team in preserving history through photographs and video, capturing moments that future generations will look back on to understand this important period of the Dagbon Kingdom.

We documented not just events, but tradition, leadership, culture, and the enduring legacy of a remarkable reign.

I am deeply proud of the team I led. Their commitment, professionalism, and resilience made this work possible.

Together, we created a visual archive that will outlive all of us.

Every ending creates room for a new beginning. As this chapter closes, I look forward with hope, carrying the lessons, relationships, and memories that this remarkable journey has given me.

Goodbye KING.

10/07/2026

We at Buta Visual Agency were deeply honoured to receive an invitation from Mr. Samuel Ato Afful, CEO of Vanguard Multimedia Ltd., the newly established multimedia ltd housing NORTHCiTi tv, NORTHCiTi radio, ZOMSIMLI Radio, NORTHCiTi training center NORTHCiTi Music production studio to be among the first guests to undertake a familiarization tour of their newly established multimedia facility in Tamale.

On behalf of Buta Visual Agency, we witnessed a remarkable investment in the future of media and visual storytelling. The quality of the equipment and production facilities is truly exceptional, among the finest I have seen and demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation, professionalism, and excellence.

My heartfelt congratulations to those behind the entire Vanguard Multimedia Ltd. and the team on this significant milestone. we wish them every success as they contribute to transforming the media and communications landscape in Northern Ghana and across the country.
At Buta Visual Agency, we believe the future of storytelling is built on collaboration. As seasoned visual storytellers, we look forward to exploring strategic partnerships with Vanguard Multimedia Ltd. to produce impactful content, share expertise, and contribute to the growth of Ghana's creative industry.
Thank you once again, Mr. Samuel Ato Afful, the entire team for the warm reception and the opportunity to experience this impressive facility. The future is bright, and we look forward to what we can achieve together.

08/07/2026

For the past week, we have been on a nationwide assignment documenting the impact of Merck Foundation's support for healthcare professionals across Ghana.
Through powerful video storytelling, we have captured inspiring stories from doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists, dietitians, anesthetists, embryologists, and many other dedicated health professionals who have benefited from specialized training and scholarships in Germany, India, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and other countries.
Behind every trained professional is a story of hope, sacrifice, and renewed commitment to improving healthcare. It has been an incredible journey witnessing how strategic investments in education and capacity building are transforming lives, strengthening health systems, and creating a lasting impact on communities across the country.
These are the stories that deserve to be seen, heard, and remembered.

27/06/2026

24/06/2026

Tamale always has an exclusive way of celebrating. Black Stars Draw with England.

24/06/2026

Always a privilege to support ActionAid Ghana in documenting the stories, voices, and impact that drive positive change in communities.

We are proud to provide professional photography, documentary storytelling, videography, and visual documentation services that help development organisations, NGOs, foundations, and institutions showcase their work and connect with audiences locally and globally.
Thank you, ActionAid Ghana, for the opportunity to help tell stories that matter.

19/06/2026

Today, we had the opportunity to document Ecobank Ghana's tree-planting exercise at Islamic Senior High School in Tamale as part of activities marking World Environment Day.
The initiative shows how financial institutions are increasingly playing a critical role in sustainability and climate action. Beyond providing financial services, banks have the opportunity to invest in healthier communities, environmental stewardship, and a greener future.
As a visual storytellers, it was inspiring to witness students, educators, forestry officials, and banking professionals come together around a shared vision of environmental responsibility.
Sometimes, the most impactful investments are not measured in financial returns alone, but in the legacy theyleave for future generations.

Assignment covered by Buta Visual Agency.