What happened at this year's Earthshot Prize? | Newsround

This week, Prince William visited South Africa to highlight environmental issues and celebrate the Earthshot Prize. This global competition rewards innovative ideas to tackle climate change and protect wildlife. During his trip, the Prince met conservationists, rangers, and local communities working on environmental projects. The prize ceremony was a glamorous event recognizing five winners, each receiving £1 million for their impactful projects, like saving endangered species and reducing pollution. Prince William also shared how his own family helps the planet by recycling, saving water, and conserving energy. His visit concluded in Kalk Bay, where he emphasized hope and positivity, enjoying a beautiful oceanfront lunch.

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False - "This week, I've been in Cape Town in South Africa with... Prince William... about the environment."

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True - "It's a competition to find new ways to help protect our planet."

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False - "One winner has saved an entire breed of antelope in Kazakhstan."

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True - "I had a chance to speak to him too about his children... and what they do at home."

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True - "He ended it here in the beauty of Kalk Bay... with lunch by the ocean."

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