Prince Harryhas traveled once again to Angola with a clear goal: to strengthen his commitment to eradicating landmines. He has done so alone, without Meghan Markle or his children. During his visit, he has had the support of the charity The HALO Trust, which leads demining efforts in the region.
His visit began on July 15 with a meeting with Angolan President João Lourenço. At the meeting, both reaffirmed their mutual cooperation to clear the areas most affected by explosive devices, which still threaten the lives of thousands of people in the African country.
Political commitment and social impact
In the statement issued by The HALO Trust, the Angolan government's commitment to new funds aimed at continuing demining was highlighted. This investment directly translates into an expansion of the work being done in rural and school areas through 2028.
The Duke of Sussex's agenda also included a visit to a village near Cuito Cuanavale. There, he spoke with children and teachers who work in mine prevention and safety programs. During the visit, Harry emphasized that "no child should walk to school in fear."
In addition to the institutional message, the day featured moments of great symbolic significance. One of the most moving was the prince's reunion with Sandra Tigica. Sandra's story is significant as a landmine survivor and a symbol of the tragedy that marked the country during decades of civil war.
The same setting, 27 years later
This isn't the first time Lady Di's youngest son has actively participated in these missions. In 2013, he was already in Angola, and in 2019, shortly before leaving his royal duties, he visited Dirico. On each occasion, his message is to restore peace and dignity to entire communities.
The decision to make this trip alone has also been interpreted as a protective gesture. A source close to Harry's circle explained that "if he doesn't allow Meghan to go to the United Kingdom for safety, he certainly wouldn't send her to walk on landmines."
The moving gesture of Prince Harry that revives his mother Lady Di's legacy
Prince Harry has returned to Angola with a deeply symbolic purpose: to pay tribute to his mother Princess Diana's humanitarian legacy. The image of Prince Harry walking among danger signs, wearing a bulletproof vest and helmet, has been the one that has most moved the entire world.
By repeating his mother's gesture in 1997, he has managed to spark a wave of emotion and collective remembrance. It's a scene that goes beyond symbolism and, decades later, reunites Harry with Lady Di's most human legacy.
Harry has insisted that, beyond any personal or family circumstance, his fight for a mine-free world is non-negotiable. He asserted that humanitarian work must be above internal tensions or media headlines. His presence at the site not only honors his mother's memory, but also renews his fight for a safer, mine-free world.