Prince William, the Prince of Wales, has expressed his heartfelt connection to Africa, describing it as “somewhere I found comfort as a teenager, where I proposed to my wife.” The Prince will visit Cape Town next week for the Earthshot Prize awards, celebrating innovative environmental projects.
Reflecting on his connection, Prince William noted that his environmental prize has African roots, inspired during a 2018 trip to Namibia. “It was in Namibia in 2018 that I realised the power of how innovative, positive solutions to environmental problems could drive transformative change for humans and nature,” he said.
The 2023 Earthshot Prize places a strong focus on African-led projects, with over 400 African initiatives nominated. Emphasizing Africa’s crucial role, Prince William stated, “By the end of the week, I want the Earthshot Prize to have provided a platform to all those innovators bringing about change for their communities, encouraged potential investors to speed African solutions to scale, and inspired young people across Africa who are engaged in climate issues.”
The awards ceremony, set for November 6, will feature eco-friendly touches, including a green carpet and green-lit landmarks across Cape Town.
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