In Angola, Prince Harry Reflects on His Mother’s 1997 Humanitarian Work with The HALO Trust

Prince Harry returned to Angola in July 2025 with The HALO Trust, reaffirming his commitment to humanitarian work rooted in his mother’s legacy. His visit revisited Huambo, a once-mined area that Princess Diana helped bring to global attention in 1997. This time, the trip underscored a different reality. A thriving community has replaced what was once a field of danger.

Harry’s trip was more than symbolic. It spotlighted the transformation underway in Angola, where over 123,000 landmines have been cleared. He walked through a neighborhood that, just a decade ago, he had visited in protective gear. Today, children play where explosives once lay buried. His call for global support was clear. “Let’s really make the difference and finish what was started so long ago,” he urged.

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Communities Reclaim Land And Build New Futures

The HALO Trust, active in Angola since 1994, has helped turn tragedy into hope. Working with the Angolan government, the charity has cleared millions of square meters once contaminated by landmines. These efforts returned nearly 6,000 football fields’ worth of land to families, farmers, and local businesses.

The work does not end with demining. Education plays a critical role. Harry visited children being taught how to avoid unexploded ordnance. “It’s pretty hard as a dad to see kids having to be taught the dangers,” he said. Still, he acknowledged that awareness saves lives. HALO’s focus on both safety and restoration shows that demining is not only about clearing land but restoring dignity.

Returning to #Angola with HALO, Prince Harry reflects upon his personal connection with the country after his mother visited Huambo in 1997.

He celebrates the "immense progress" made, and calls for continued support for demining in order to “finish what was started so long ago.” pic.twitter.com/JUPmlKBMIv

— The HALO Trust (@TheHALOTrust) July 25, 2025

Harry Reflects On Diana’s Legacy While Urging Global Support

In his remarks, Harry paid tribute to his mother, recalling her landmark visit to Huambo in 1997. He spoke of standing in the same place in 2019, and now again in 2025, witnessing the evolution firsthand. “It just again proves the progress that’s been created,” he said.

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Despite these gains, Angola still faces nearly 1,000 remaining minefields. Harry stressed the importance of sustained international backing, especially as some countries revive the use of banned landmines. HALO remains the primary organization capable of finishing this task, and Harry made it clear that time and funding remain critical.

Prince Harry’s return to Angola served as a reminder that legacy alone does not sustain progress. It takes commitment, resources, and courage. The HALO Trust, with support from leaders like Harry and the Angolan government, continues to transform lives. Their shared goal remains clear. Angola’s recovery depends on global support, and every mine cleared brings the country closer to lasting peace.

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