Prince William returns to Tusk Awards after conservationists secure £2m in funding
Prince William is preparing to celebrate the people making a difference to wildlife conservation across Africa.
The Prince of Wales will attend the 14th annual Tusk Conservation Awards next week.
The event, taking place on Wednesday, 11 November, will recognise leading conservationists working on the frontline to protect Africa’s wildlife, preserve its natural habitats and support the communities living alongside them.
William, who is Royal Patron of Tusk, has a long-standing connection with the conservation charity and helped launch the awards in 2013.
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Over the past 13 years, they have honoured individuals whose dedication, knowledge and leadership have helped protect the continent’s rich biodiversity and bring lasting change to conservation efforts.
Since the awards began, 61 winners have received more than £2 million in grants for their organisations, helping them expand their work and strengthen protection for more than 60 species across 23 countries.
