You might ask, “What is the aim of all this?” Well, it’s to establish SA as the premier digital gateway and technological hub for Africa. Building these AI factories will serve to fuel high-performance computing, but at what cost to Mother Nature and our beautiful land?

South Africa is already a water-scarce country, and predictions are that these data centres will consume a whopping estimated 17.94 to 29.42 billion litres of water annually by 2030! If we don’t desperately put the brakes on this process, who knows where we will be in 5 years?

Equinix is expanding into Cape Town with a 7.5 billion Rand investment. The Cavaleros Group announced similar plans for major campuses in Cape Town and Pretoria. Teraco( Digital Realty), Africa Data Centres, Vantage Data Centres, and NTT Data are the major players in the current market. Now, given the World Economic Forum’s clearly stated goals for their Utopian 2030 agenda, the building of these Data centres, coupled with Digital ID infrastructure, Net Zero goals, controlling our carbon footprint, reducing our overall meat consumption and driving behavior which is borderline robotic in its very nature, one has to start wondering about why Leon Schreiber is suddenly pushing Digital ID so much, whilst Ramaphosa announced the imminent ending of the trusted green ID book.

Never mind preserving our water resources or protecting our farmers, or our privacy, for that matter! The Globalist Elites want nothing more for you and me than to rely solely on them for our daily living requirements – tracking us, controlling our spending and monitoring our carbon usage, as if we are caught up in some sort of Squid Games reality where everything we do is for their entertainment! Without water, there is no life! No matter if we have 5G, 6G or even 10G technology! Environmental activist groups need to be much more vocal and show much more resistance! Churches need to condemn this sort of digital overreach and abuse of power by our government, and you and I need to pray for a revival in SA!

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Johannesburg, 9 June 2026: This June, National Geographic Wild (DStv 182, StarTimes 221) celebrates World Oceans Day by presenting Beneath the Waves, a dedicated programming showcase that explores life beneath the sea. Airing every Sunday at 18:00 CAT, the special invites viewers to discover the beauty, diversity and secrets hidden beneath the waves.

Observed globally, World Oceans Day serves as an important reminder of the vital role oceans play in sustaining life on Earth. Covering more than 70% of the planet, oceans regulate climate, produce much of the oxygen we breathe and support extraordinary ecosystems teeming with life. Yet these vast underwater worlds face mounting pressure from pollution, habitat destruction and climate change, making conservation more urgent than ever.

Timed to coincide with this important moment of global reflection and action, Beneath the Waves will showcase the breathtaking beauty, astonishing biodiversity and hidden stories of life below the surface. Through powerful storytelling and extraordinary cinematography, the special programming event will explore everything from glowing marine creatures and thriving coral ecosystems to ancient shells and ocean giants fighting for survival.

From dazzling natural phenomena to urgent environmental realities, the programming block will offer viewers a chance to understand the ocean’s critical importance while inspiring a deeper appreciation for the blue heart of our planet. Programming includes:

Sunday 14 June at 18:00 – Red Sea: Evolution’s Magic Garden

Discover natural history’s largest and most biodiverse coral reefs on Earth in the Red Sea. Even on the seemingly dry coasts and islands, there is a fantastic profusion of animals and plants.

Sunday 21 June at 18:00 – Shells: Shaped by Nature

A tribute to the enigmatic splendour of the shells that grace Africa’s marine realms: Delve deeper into the origins and evolution of these intricate marvels through untold stories of survival, adaptation and the equilibrium of life beneath the waves.

Sunday 28 June at 18:00 – Deep Sea Titans

From sunlit shallows to crushing depths, ocean giants battle to survive.

For viewers looking to continue their ocean-inspired viewing beyond Beneath the Waves, Disney+ in South Africa offers numerous National Geographic documentaries that dive deeper into the wonders of marine life. Titles such as Secrets of the Whales and Secrets of the Octopus provide fascinating insight into the intelligence, behaviour and hidden worlds of some of the ocean’s most remarkable creatures. Secrets of the Penguins offers another beautifully shot exploration of life shaped by extreme environments and survival.

These specials offer viewers the chance to pause, look beneath the surface and reconnect with one of the most powerful forces shaping life on Earth. Understanding the ocean is an important step towards protecting it.

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Predictably adherents of the climate change narrative are citing it as the cause of the fires. But as usual, they are dead wrong. Police have arrested arsonists and gang members who are responsible for the devastation. One arsonist, an illegal alien, was in possession of five cell phones and a UN pre-paid debit card. His flame-throwing efforts are believed to be responsible for wiping out 800 acres of the West Hills area of LA.

Gangs are setting fire to neighbourhoods and looting homes once the owners have evacuated them. But apart from that criminal aspect of the situation, is there a sinister agenda?

• Why was local firefighting equipment donated to Ukraine?
• Why was pressure in fire hydrants weak although reservoirs are full?
• Why did cell phone and internet services shut down?
• To what extent was the Fire Department’s morale and efficiency undermined by DEI policy and its leading advocate, Fire Chief Kristin Crowley?
• Given the vulnerability of California to fires, what does the Operations Valley Bureau Memo tabled earlier this month calling for the closure of 15 fire stations indicate about official regard for fire safety?
• Why was there a delay in calling out the National Guard? Governor De Santis never hesitated to summon the National Guard when hurricanes struck Florida.

The Biden regime’s prompt promise to supply Federal funding covering 100% of the costs of building temporary shelters and paying out first responder claims have unsettling implications. Property owners will be stymied in trying to claim from their insurers because of the availability of Federal funds. Then, given the California Coastal Commission’s stringent regulations in re-building, it could be years before rebuilding plans are approved and Federal funding obtained.

Is there a sinister motive for this? Is there where China or Black Rock swoop in and purchase land for pennies in the dollar?  Is that not what has resulted in following the unexplained fires in Hawaii? How come Biden did not make similar Federal funding pledges to the flood-ruined folk of North Carolina?

The Los Angeles inferno, the unexplained drones, cover-ups of two assassination attempts on Trump, out of the blue cyber-attacks and grid failures are not just exceptions to life in the US. They are manufactured by globalist forces within the inner sanctums of government and the industrial-military complex known as the Deep State.

Through violence, fear, confusion and censorship they aim to retain their influence over the US, regardless of the expression of the American people on November 5. That is the reason 2025 is a watershed in the history and future of the US.

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Johannesburg, 24 May 2021: National Geographic’s Planet Possible Campaign gets into full swing this World Environment Day Weekend, with the premiere of The Grand African Green Up, a documentary special that celebrates the remarkable, leading work of the African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative (AFR100) being accomplished on the continent.

Premiering on both National Geographic (DStv 181, StarSat 220) and National Geographic Wild (DStv 182) on Friday 4 June at 18:00 (CAT), with a repeat on 5 June at 18:10 on National Geographic, The Grand African Green Up profiles the mission of the AFR100, as they strive to restore at least 100 million hectares of land by 2030. Showcasing the on-the-ground work being done in Kenya, Tanzania, Madagascar, Ghana and Senegal, the documentary special features poetic narration by the iconic Kenyan environmentalist and activist, Wanjira Mathai, with breath-taking visuals of the continent’s most awe-inspiring landscapes and vistas, all set to a rousing soundtrack.

With deforested and degraded landscapes being a key environmental issue facing the continent, The Grand African Green Up introduces the people directly affected by the deteriorating state of their land, as well as the local heroes who are working to make a difference. Interviewees from across the documented countries showcased include a singer, a bishop, a student researcher, an environmentalist and a journalist, all giving their first-hand perspective on how this issue has impacted them and their communities, the work being done to restore productivity to the land, and what the future holds as a result.

The Grand African Green Up was directed by Safi Graauw and produced as a collaboration between AFR100 and Justdiggit, an organisation that aims to restore nature and to become the illuminating light of nature-based solutions.

“Something always happens when you tell a story of our continent. What’s so amazing about this documentary is you’re in a place where no competition exists because there is space for anyone willing to contribute to the African Restoration Movement. The documentary film made us realize just how precious Africa’s landscapes are. It refuels us to do more” said Mamadou Diakhite: Acting Head of Environmental Sustainability at AFR100.

“This is only the beginning. We at Justdiggit believe that the true power of regreening lies in powerful storytelling which brings people and organisations to join forces to reverse climate change. By combining simple techniques, strong communication and mobile technology is where the magic of regreening happens. By applying this approach, we can potentially scale beyond sub-Sharan Africa within the coming 10 years” says Wessel van Eeden, Global Marketing Director at Justdiggit.

“The Grand African Green Up is a perfect complement to Planet Possible’s call to action, and we hope that this television event will not only enlighten our viewers but also inspire them in their own personal discovery of ways they can help make a difference,” says Evert van der Veer, Vice President, Media Networks, The Walt Disney Company Africa. “The film is authentically African, celebrating incredible work being done on the continent and is a wonderful showcase and message, exquisitely told and thoughtfully produced.”

Launched in April on Earth Day, Planet Possible is National Geographic’s new multi-platform, multi-year initiative aimed at empowering people to live more lightly on the planet. As the world begins to emerge from the pandemic, the goal with Planet Possible’s storytelling is to inform and encourage consumers to build on the scientific and environmental gains of the past year through content, products and experiences, all aimed at enabling people to discover what they can do to help, to understand the threats to our planet and to imagine new possibilities.

The Grand African Green Up premieres on both National Geographic (DStv 181, StarSat 220) and National Geographic Wild (DStv 182) on Friday 4 June at 18:00 (CAT), with a repeat on Saturday 5 June at 18:10 on National Geographic.

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JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 4 March 2021 – National Geographic has announced its #ExploreWithNatGeo Photo Competition 2021 brought to you by Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, and in collaboration with The Sunday Times. Themed Find the epic in every day. The competition invites all South Africans to capture unique and remarkable moments, experiences or aspects of everyday life around them, with entries open from 7 March to 3 April 2021.

All it takes is a new perspective to rediscover our breathtaking world. Capturing these epic moments through a single image could lead to a share in prizes worth R 70 000. The first prize is a Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G smartphone plus accessories, with a Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G, and a Samsung Galaxy S21 5G as the second and third prizes, respectively. In addition, the finalist photos and the winning three, will be published in the Sunday Times Lifestyle and online at TimesLIVE.

To enter, fans are encouraged to post their photo on Instagram, tagging @NatGeo_Africa @SamsungMobileSA, adding #ExploreWithNatGeo #GalaxyS21 and #withGalaxy hashtags.

Every week, ten photos will be selected by the judging panel which, together with an additional ten wildcard entries, will become the top fifty entrants. From this batch of epic photos, the top ten finalists will be selected by a panel that includes award-winning photographer and National Geographic Explorer Gulshan Khan. The winner will be announced on Earth Day, 22 April 2021.

For the first time in South Africa, National Geographic is inviting amateur photographers to showcase their unique stories and perspectives through their lens, enabling unique local stories and experiences to be depicted using the photographic medium.

“Visual storytelling is at the heart of National Geographic and we receive hundreds of photographs from our followers on social media every year,” said Evert van der Veer, Vice President, Media Networks, The Walt Disney Company Africa. “Every picture tells a story, every day has an epic moment and we are excited to see what vibrant tales South Africans have to tell.”

“At Samsung, our goal is to help people ‘do what you can’t’. This exciting collaboration expands on this vision, by inspiring amateur photographers to showcase their creativity and share their unique perspective on a country unlike any other. When innovating the camera for the Galaxy S21 Series 5G, we focused on this mission – empowering people to explore the world around them and create their own epic moments, through an advanced pro-grade camera system. We look forward to showcasing the immense talent waiting to be discovered” said Cambridge Mokanyane, Chief Marketing Officer at Samsung South Africa.

Entries must meet the following criteria:

• Entrants must be over the age of 16
• Entrants may not be a professional photographer i.e., earn a living through photography
• This competition is open to residents of South Africans
• Photos must be unedited except for colour grading (no CG techniques, super-imposing, etc.)
• Photos must speak to the theme of showcasing the “Epic” in something seemingly ordinary and everyday

Competition terms and conditions are available at natgeotv.com

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