The Duke of Edinburgh is on a three-day visit to Uganda with the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. According to the High Commissioner’s Office in Uganda, Edward’s visit is meant to “raise awareness of the awards and the impact non-formal education can have on young people and their communities.”
On Monday, Edward met with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at the State House in Entebbe, who posted on his official social media channels that “The social linkages leading to the Duke of Edinburgh International Award, which he is here to see, are a commendable show of discipline and deep care for humanity, a cause I have accepted to patron, as per His Royal Highness’ request. I welcome him.”
President Museveni also conveyed his wishes for a quick recovery for King Charles, who is still undergoing cancer treatment away from the public eye.
Later, Edward met with young people and stakeholders involved with the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award.
According to local media, Edward’s visit will see him visits schools and education centres to see the impact of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award; as well as promote the effects that non-formal education can have on young people.
The royal will also meet with young people active in climate awareness, women’s empowerment and information technology. Edward will also attend the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Awards’ Africa Regional Conference.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award has been awarded in Uganda since 1995. By Jess Ilse, Royal Central
