Prince Harry Gives Top Honour To Archbishop Desmond Tutu

On 30/11/2015, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, presented the insignia of the Order of the Companions of Honour to Archbishop Desmond Tutu during a ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa. The presentation was made on behalf of Queen Elizabeth II as part of Prince Harry’s official tour of Southern Africa. The meeting took place at the Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation, where the Archbishop Emeritus received the honour in recognition of his contributions to public service and his role in strengthening relations between the United Kingdom and South Africa. The Order of the Companions of Honour is a British award granted to individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts, science, medicine, or government over a sustained period. Prince Harry’s visit to South Africa followed earlier engagements in Lesotho connected to his charity Sentebale, which supports young people affected by HIV. The presentation to Archbishop Tutu formed one of the key diplomatic moments of the tour, combining formal recognition with a meeting between two figures known for their humanitarian work. The event took place during a broader programme of engagements in Cape Town, where Prince Harry also met with local communities and youth organizations as part of his visit.