Two Plett locals tell the story of the Zambezi Valley
Daron Chatz and Grace Harrison, both Plettenberg Bay locals, set out to tell a very important story. The story is set in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi Valley but the messages that it delivers are extremely relevant to the world.
After researching the topic in-depth and formulating a plan of action, the two embarked on an adventure, which saw them filming in Zambia for 3 months and producing an 8-part documentary series, which is currently being sold globally.
Grace and Daron have a longstanding co-working relationship and teamed up to bring this project to life. They have formed a new company called Greater Good Productions together and aim to create many more meaningful film projects.
Grace and her family have a strong connection with the Lower Zambezi National Park and she was compelled to tell this story about a National Park that is facing it’s biggest threat in history. The decisions that are made now will have profound consequences for national parks all over Africa and the world as a whole.
The Wild Zambezi series deals with themes such as truly protecting the last protected wilderness areas on the planet, climate change, community livelihoods, animal and human co existence, ecotourism and conservation.
It is the protected areas both on land and in our oceans, that are increasingly at risk from industrial development and human encroachment, and we need to make a stand.
“We were extremely privileged to have Dr John Kani narrate this series for us, it was a great honour to work with him” explained Daron Chatz.
Grace Harrison went on to say, “Dr Kani is the father of Africa, his voice is so powerful and it connects deeply with the land. It is such a wonderful addition to our series and we are extremely grateful to have him on board.”
The series was edited by another talented Plett local by the name of Carmen Van Der Westhuizen.
Aside from our Garden Route locals, there were many people who supported the process and are owed immense gratitude.
This is a shout-out to the dynamic people of Plett such as Daron, Grace and Carmen who share their talents with the world and stand for something of meaning.
Don’t miss the free community viewing at Sky Villa this Friday the 12th at 7pm – click here for more details.
Please contact Daron or Grace for more information:
daron@greatergoodproductions.tv / +27 83 395 5050
grace@greatergoodproductions.tv / +27 76 655 4112
Wild Zambezi series synopsis
Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park, spanning 4,092 square kilometres along the Zambezi River, is a pristine wilderness area facing its biggest challenge in history.
like many of our planet’s last remaining wildlife legacy landscapes is at risk of environmental devastation.
The Wild Zambezi series explores the Lower Zambezi National Park’s rich biodiversity and imminent threats, notably the proposed Kangaluwi copper mine endangering not only the park but also a nearby UNESCO world heritage site, the Zambezi River and many surrounding wildlife corridors.
The Zambezi River sustains hundreds of thousands of people and animals.
In this series we highlight the huge strides that have been made over the last 20 years, to protect the area’s fauna and flora, and to encourage human-wildlife coexistence. We listen to locals who have few choices, are desperate for their next meal, and are experiencing the grassroots effects of climate change.
We explore how conservation needs to benefit local communities and how this is being achieved through various education, training, and sustainable livelihoods projects.
What precedent is being set by this mine and what does it mean for the future of National Parks in Africa and the world?
What will happen if we do not truly protect our last remaining “protected” areas?
Wild Zambezi. The battle for our world’s last nature strongholds has begun.
