Published by Aperture in 2024, “Somnyama Ngonyama, Hail the Dark Lioness, Volume II” continues Zanele Muholi’s profound exploration of self-representation and visual activism. Featuring over 100 new self-portraits taken across the globe, this volume further develops Muholi’s use of the body to challenge the gaze and reclaim Black identity. By incorporating found objects and culturally significant materials into their costumes, Muholi creates a series of powerful, archetypal images that address environmental concerns, labor, and the enduring legacies of colonialism. With contributions from an international array of writers and scholars, the book offers a comprehensive look at the latest chapter of one of the most vital projects in contemporary photography.