João Silva is a South African war photographer and journalist, born on August 9, 1966, in Lisbon, Portugal. He is noted for his work in conflict zones and capturing the realities of war through powerful imagery. Silva's photography often highlights the human experience in the midst of chaos and turmoil, showcasing not only the devastation of war but also the resilience of individuals affected by it. His contributions to journalism and photography have made him a respected figure in the field.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 354 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - Europe/Lisbon (1:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Joao
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Generation Group
João Silva belongs to the Generation X group.
Place of Birth: Lisbon
Occupation: war photographer | journalist | photojournalist | photographer
Awards Received: Grand Officer of the Order of Liberty
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.

Ephemeris for August 9, 1966
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 9, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 9, 2025 |
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Sun | 16 Leo 24 | 17 Leo 7 | 13 Libra 44 |
Moon | 15 Taurus 21 | 18 Aquarius 46 | 12 Cancer 30 |
Mercury | 0 Leo 27 | 4 Leo 26 | 2 Scorpio 16 |
Venus | 22 Cancer 37 | 10 Cancer 49 | 5 Libra 22 |
Mars | 19 Cancer 30 | 1 Libra 33 | 26 Leo 47 |
Jupiter | 20 Cancer 43 | 13 Cancer 30 | 1 Leo 17 |
Saturn | 29 Pisces 12 | 1 Aries 12 | 25 Pisces 8 |
Uranus | 17 Virgo 59 | 1 Gemini 9 | 21 Virgo 35 |
Neptune | 19 Scorpio 25 | 1 Aries 50 | 20 Scorpio 33 |
Pluto | 17 Virgo 7 | 2 Aquarius 13 | 19 Virgo 11 |
Rahu | 20 Taurus 58 | 19 Pisces 49 | 17 Taurus 51 |
Ketu | 20 Scorpio 58 | 19 Virgo 49 | 17 Scorpio 51 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.João Silva's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Saturn sextile Moon
Exact: 21 January, 2025 - Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 21 January, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Mars conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Rahu conjunction Saturn
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 02 March, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Saturn
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 31 May, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Saturn
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mars
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 08 October, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 17 December, 2025