**Prince William Hopes Children Take Pride in Earthshot Prize as Cape Town Ceremony Approaches**

Prince William has expressed his hope that his children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, will feel proud of his Earthshot Prize as he prepares for tonight’s high-profile environmental awards in Cape Town. During interviews with the BBC and Sky News, William also shared that he hopes his wife, the Princess of Wales, will be watching from home, lauding her resilience during her difficult year of cancer treatment.

As he gets ready to host the fourth annual Earthshot Awards, Prince William emphasized the importance of household efforts towards environmental sustainability. He mentioned that his family diligently practices recycling, conserves water, and turns off lights to reduce their environmental impact. According to William, these conversations about doing what one can to help the environment are common in many households.

Highlighting the global ambition of the Earthshot Prize, William noted that the initiative goes beyond simple home measures, aiming to scale significant solutions to environmental issues. He expressed optimism that his children are following the journey and are proud of the impact the initiative seeks to make.

Reflecting on family moments, Prince William shared that he wears a friendship bracelet made by Princess Charlotte, tagged with the word "Papa," which he promised to keep safe. The sentimental item traces back to a Taylor Swift concert, noted for its beaded bracelet exchanges.

This year, the Earthshot Prize ceremony marks its first appearance in Africa, with five winners set to receive £1 million each to further their environmental and climate change projects. The ceremony will broadcast live across Africa and subsequently on BBC iPlayer. William's enthusiasm is palpable as he hopes the event in South Africa garners significant positive energy and global attention.

Prince William walked through the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden today, reflecting on his love for Africa and his excitement about bringing Earthshot to the continent. He remains optimistic, particularly inspired by the youth in Africa, who he believes will play a crucial role in shaping a brighter future.

Tonight's event promises a star-studded affair with host Billy Porter and models Heidi Klum and Winnie Harlow among the attendees. The ceremony will take place in an eco-friendly super dome, featuring a green carpet, and will celebrate innovators chosen from nearly 2,500 nominees across 75 countries.