The Princess Royal Undertakes a Two-Day Visit to South Africa

Princess Anne visited South Africa. On the second day of her visit, as President of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, she visited the Cape Town Labour Corps Memorial. This memorial honours the contributions of South African military labourers during the First World War and reflects the CWGC’s commitment to ensuring that all those who died in the two World Wars are equally commemorated.

The Princess visited the Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation. There, she learned about the life and work of Archbishop Tutu, his efforts to promote healing from discrimination and injustice, and how his legacy continues through the Foundation’s current programmes.

Later, the Princess visited the Royal Cape Yacht Club, where she learned about the work of The Royal Cape Sailing Academy, an organisation that empowers young people to develop their skills through sailing. The Academy teaches young people from some of the most under-resourced communities how to sail, fostering self-confidence and leadership skills.

Finally, the Princess visited a Thuthuzela Care Centre (TCC). Thuthuzela Care Centre's provide a safe space for survivors of sexual assault, where they can receive counselling, medical, and legal support without needing to recount their experiences to multiple agencies, thereby avoiding secondary re-traumatization.