The Clip Video Prize goes to ‘An aerial view of a 10,000 hectares of rice farm.’ by Sulaiman Yahuza, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons. Watch here
An in-depth look at the Clip Video Prize: “An aerial view of a 10,000 hectares of rice farm” by Sulaiman Yahuza
Video clips are short (maximum of 1 minute) uncut or simple shots that visually show a process or how something is done. Often they are part of footage from a longer video. A clip could be raw footage, a time-lapse, or a single take. For use of clips on Wikipedia, a clip should show the subject of the article in motion. They can include ambient sound of what is being illustrated, where the sound effect illustrates part of the process or what is being explained or illustrated. A clip can also be without sound, music or audio effects.
“It made me see the farm not just as a place of work, but as the starting point of every meal.” — Sulaiman Yahuza
In just one breathtaking minute, the winning clip video sweeps viewers across a 10,000-hectare rice farm, offering a bird’s-eye perspective on the early stages of food production. Set to a carefully chosen, dramatic soundtrack, the aerial footage transforms fields and waterways into a visual symphony — a celebration of nature’s abundance and the human hands that transform the land into systems that can feed nations.
For Sulaiman, the video tells a simple but powerful story: “My winning submission shows the early stage of food production — straight from the farm. I wanted to capture the beauty, hard work, and culture behind what eventually ends up on our plates. It’s a simple story, but one that celebrates nature and the people who nurture it.”
File:My potrait.jpg by Ahbeegyd, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Farm to Plate theme shifted how he saw his subject: “It made me see the farm not just as a place of work, but as the starting point of every meal. It reminded me that what we eat begins with the dedication of farmers and the richness of the land.”
Contributing to Wiki Loves Africa has shifted Sulaiman’s perspective: “It has given my work more visibility and encouraged me to tell stories that highlight African culture and daily life. It has also motivated me to create content that educates and inspires a wider audience.”For the filmmaker, the project’s deeper value lies in who tells the story: “The project showcases Africa’s beauty, creativity, and everyday life from the perspective of Africans themselves. It helps break stereotypes by sharing authentic stories that reveal who we truly are.”