Prince William calls for better support for wildlife conservationists on South Africa visitImage : Image: Prince William shared via instagram
(The Post News)- Prince William Arthur Philip Louis of Wales began his four-day trip to South Africa by promoting the Earthshot Prize, his passion project. On November 2, the Prince of Wales landed in Cape Town with the intention of empowering the upcoming generation of environmental leaders.Â
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As part of the first Earthshot Prize Climate Leaders Youth Program, Prince William met with 120 young environmentalists from Southeast Asia and Africa on November 4. “You’re the future changemakers,” he said, praising their creative ideas, which included a company that turned used tires into handbags. He told the young environmentalists that their impact and solutions are greatly needed and crucial.
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On the same day at Genadendal, Prince William paid President Cyril Ramaphosa a courtesy call and spoke with him about important topics of shared interest. The visit was praised by the Presidency as evidence of the close relationship between South Africa and the United Kingdom.
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Recalling how the continent gave him comfort as a child and offered the setting for his proposal to Kate Middleton, Prince William talked about his strong bond with Africa. “Africa has always held a special place in my heart… as the founding inspiration behind The Earthshot Prize.”
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Prince William’s dedication to the Earthshot objective is evident in the abundance of environmental action-focused events on his calendar. Prince William has promised to advocate for greater assistance for individuals who put their lives in danger to save wildlife throughout the world. William was speaking at a United for Wildlife event in Cape Town.
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The Prince’s philanthropic foundation founded the organization in 2014 to help save endangered species from the illegal wildlife trade. The Prince passionately detailed the everyday obstacles that wildlife rangers face, emphasizing that they are critical if they are to meet their global conservation targets by 2030 and avoid the dangerous tipping points that endanger the globe.
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Additionally, Prince William revealed a new life insurance plan designed especially for rangers throughout Africa by United for Wildlife, the Game Rangers Association of Africa, and the Tusk Trust. This will reassure rangers and their families that they are covered for the hazardous work they perform. As relatives of the deceased frequently have nothing left over, the Prince’s Paln is a component of a five-year strategy that will give 10,000 rangers access to insurance coverage, training, and leadership development opportunities.
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