On Monday, Prince William began his visit to South Africa with an emphasis on climate change and conservation, engaging with young environmentalists and participating in a local rugby practice. The Prince of Wales met with over 100 individuals aged 18 to 35, who gathered in small groups to discuss pressing environmental issues.
During these interactions, Prince William expressed his admiration for their efforts, stating, “I loved chatting to you today. What you are all doing is incredible. You are the leaders. You are the people that are going to make the difference going forward. Your solutions and your impact are so important and so needed right now.”
His visit will span four days in Cape Town, where he will be involved in various activities centered around environmental conservation. A highlight of the trip will be the annual Earthshot Prize awards ceremony on Wednesday night, where $1.2 million in grants will be awarded to five organizations that have developed innovative solutions for environmental challenges. The ceremony will take place in a 470-foot-long reusable dome designed for sustainability, which will be dismantled and transported after the event.
In addition to the Earthshot awards, Prince William is scheduled to attend a global wildlife summit, visit a botanical garden on the slopes of Table Mountain, spend time at a sea rescue base, and meet with local fishing communities.
Officials indicated that the prince will also spotlight the vital work of rangers who are at the forefront of conservation efforts. The Earthshot Prize, founded by William in 2020 through his Royal Foundation, aims to inspire new approaches to tackle environmental problems, particularly by supporting young innovators and entrepreneurs. The initiative has previously hosted award ceremonies in the UK, the United States, and Singapore.
On Monday, Prince William began his visit to South Africa with an emphasis on climate change and conservation, engaging with young environmentalists and participating in a local rugby practice. The Prince of Wales met with over 100 individuals aged 18 to 35, who gathered in small groups to discuss pressing environmental issues.
During these interactions, Prince William expressed his admiration for their efforts, stating, “I loved chatting to you today. What you are all doing is incredible. You are the leaders. You are the people that are going to make the difference going forward. Your solutions and your impact are so important and so needed right now.”
His visit will span four days in Cape Town, where he will be involved in various activities centered around environmental conservation. A highlight of the trip will be the annual Earthshot Prize awards ceremony on Wednesday night, where $1.2 million in grants will be awarded to five organizations that have developed innovative solutions for environmental challenges. The ceremony will take place in a 470-foot-long reusable dome designed for sustainability, which will be dismantled and transported after the event.
In addition to the Earthshot awards, Prince William is scheduled to attend a global wildlife summit, visit a botanical garden on the slopes of Table Mountain, spend time at a sea rescue base, and meet with local fishing communities.
Officials indicated that the prince will also spotlight the vital work of rangers who are at the forefront of conservation efforts. The Earthshot Prize, founded by William in 2020 through his Royal Foundation, aims to inspire new approaches to tackle environmental problems, particularly by supporting young innovators and entrepreneurs. The initiative has previously hosted award ceremonies in the UK, the United States, and Singapore.