Even after all these years, Prince Harry still struggles with the loss of his mother, Princess Diana. Who could blame him? Losing someone as beloved and impactful as Diana at just 12 years old is unimaginable. In the upcoming ITV documentary, Harry & Meghan: An African Journey, we see Harry opening up about her death during a royal trip to Africa with his wife, Duchess Meghan. It’s a deeply personal moment that sheds light on the emotional weight Harry carries every day.
Harry shares how being part of the royal family constantly reminds him of his mother in ways both beautiful and painful. “Every time I see a camera, every time I hear a click, every time I see a flash—it takes me straight back,” he reveals. “It’s like the worst reminder of her life instead of the best. It’s this constant tension between remembering her for all the good she did and the pain of losing her so young.”
Returning to Africa: A Place Close to Diana's Heart
For Harry, returning to Africa is bittersweet. This continent was one of his mother’s favorite places, and her work there left an indelible mark on him. He describes it as “a wound that festers” because it reminds him just how much she still means to him. But this time, he’s not alone. Alongside Meghan and their baby boy, Archie, Harry finds strength in family as he embarks on a journey to honor Diana’s legacy.
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Continuing Diana's Legacy
Harry speaks candidly about the emotional toll of the trip. “Being here now, 22 years later, trying to finish what she started will be incredibly emotional,” he admits. “Everything I do reminds me of her. But the role, the job, and the pressures that come with it often remind me of the bad stuff.” Yet despite the pain, Harry finds solace in continuing his mother’s work. In Angola, he revisits the landmine issue that Diana championed decades ago, striving to eliminate these deadly weapons and bring hope to those affected.
A Transformative Impact
In 1997, Princess Diana visited Huambo, Angola, drawing global attention to the devastating effects of landmines. Her efforts helped shape the Convention against Anti-Personnel Landmines, also known as the Ottawa Treaty. Two decades later, thanks to her advocacy, the area has transformed dramatically. Once desolate and uninhabitable, it’s now a thriving community with schools, colleges, and small businesses. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex celebrated this progress on their Instagram page, acknowledging Diana’s pivotal role in creating lasting change.
If Princess Diana were alive today, she’d undoubtedly be overjoyed by her son’s achievements. Harry’s dedication to carrying forward her mission is a testament to the profound impact she had on him—and on the world.
