Halden Krog, Chief Photographer for Beeld, is one of five South African photographers to walk away with a global accolade from the World Press Photography Awards. Halden was awarded third place in the nature category for his compelling tsunami disaster visuals.
Lucille van Niekerk, Beeld General Manager, says : "Halden is an example of the world-class Beeld team - he epitomises the quality and professionalism we offer readers and advertisers. Well done Halden."
In total, 4 448 professional photographers from 122 different countries submitted over 84 000 photographs for consideration in the ten categories.
Finbarr O' Reilly of Canada walked away with 'Photo of the Year'. His poignant visual of a Nigerian mother holding her child's hand against her lips impressed judges the most.
