The Prince of Wales has arrived in South Africa, where he plans to “shine a light” on the ways in which Generation Z and younger children can help protect the planet.
After travelling on a commercial flight, Prince William, 42, began a four-day visit surrounding his environmental Earthshot prize awards.
At a rooftop event in Cape Town with panoramic views of the city, the prince met 120 young people aged between 18 and 25 who are taking part in the inaugural Earthshot Youth Climate Leaders Programme.
The Prince of Wales spoke to young climate activists in Cape Town on Monday
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The prince was greeted there by the chief executive of the Earthshot Prize, Hannah Jones, who introduced him to Nomzamo Mbatha, the host of Earthshot Week. William was seen wearing an environmentally friendly shirt made by Ecoalf, a