documentary director, cinematographer, and photographer from Goma, DRC. With nearly 10 years of experience, I capture natural history and social stories, focusing on resilience, conservation, and inspiring change through impactful visual storytelling.
About
Dan Yessa is a Congolese artist and documentary filmmaker based in Goma, DRC, with nearly a decade of experience in visual storytelling. His work focuses on conservation, biodiversity, and human resilience in conflict-affected regions, with projects centered on Virunga National Park and Eastern Africa. Blending film, art, and immersive media, he has collaborated with conservation organizations and international partners, and leads creative projects in XR and documentary production. His films aim to inform, inspire, and amplify underreported environmental and social stories.
