Here’s a story you don’t want to miss: Prince Harry is proving he’s more than just a royal heartthrob. On Monday, September 30, Buckingham Palace announced that the Duke of Sussex is taking over National Geographic’s Instagram account (@NatGeo) to promote his latest campaign, “Looking Up.” This isn’t just another social media stunt—it’s a heartfelt effort to bring attention to the environment and the importance of preserving nature. Let me tell you more about it.
Why Prince Harry's Campaign Matters
At this moment, Harry is deep in the heart of Liwonde National Park in Malawi, on the seventh day of his ten-day tour of Africa. While many royals might stick to ceremonial duties, Harry is out there getting his hands dirty. As part of his guest curation, he’s sharing stunning photos captured by National Geographic photographers. These images aren’t just pretty pictures—they highlight the beauty of indigenous trees and remind us all of our shared responsibility to protect the environment. Trees, after all, are essential for our survival, and Harry wants us to appreciate that.
View this post on InstagramPhoto by @sussexroyal | We are pleased to announce that Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex @sussexroyal is guest-curating our Instagram feed today! “Hi everyone! I’m so happy to have the opportunity to continue working with @NatGeo and to guest-curate this Instagram account; it’s one of my personal favourites. Today I’m in Liwonde National Park, Malawi an important stop on our official tour of southern Africa, planting trees for the Queens Commonwealth Canopy. As part of this takeover, I am inviting you to be a part of our ‘Looking Up’ social campaign. To help launch the campaign, here is a photograph I took today here in Liwonde of Baobab trees. “#LookingUp seeks to raise awareness of the vital role trees play in the Earth’s ecosystem, and is an opportunity for all of us to take a moment, to appreciate the beauty of our surroundings. So, join us today and share your own view, by looking up! Post images of the trees in your local community using the hashtag #LookingUp. I will be posting my favourite images from @NatGeo photographers here throughout the day, and over on @sussexroyal I will be sharing some of my favourite images from everything you post. I can’t wait to see what you see when you’re #LookingUp 🌲 🌳” ••• His Royal Highness is currently on an official tour to further the Queens Commonwealth Canopy, which was launched in 2015. Commonwealth countries have been invited to submit forests and national parks to be protected and preserved as well as to plant trees. The Duke has helped QCC projects in the Caribbean, U.K., New Zealand, Australia, Botswana, Malawi, and Tonga. Now, almost 50 countries are taking part and have dedicated indigenous forests for conservation and committed to planting millions of new trees to help combat climate change. The Duke’s longtime passion for trees and forests as nature’s simple solution to the environmental issues we face has been inspired by the work he has been doing on behalf of his grandmother, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, for many years.
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Harry Teams Up with National Geographic
The collaboration between Harry and National Geographic is a match made in environmental heaven. National Geographic magazine’s editor-in-chief, Susan Goldberg, expressed her excitement about the partnership. “We’re thrilled to work with The Duke of Sussex to emphasize the importance of protecting and restoring indigenous forests,” she said. Goldberg went on to explain that this partnership is a chance to shine a light on a critical issue affecting our planet. “Now, more than ever, we need to encourage conservation efforts to maintain a healthy planet. Harry’s voice adds a personal touch to this mission, and we’re honored to have him onboard.”
Harry’s First Post: A Stunner
Harry didn’t waste any time jumping into action. His first post featured a breathtaking image of the majestic Baobab trees in Liwonde National Park. In his message to the account’s 123 million followers, Harry expressed his excitement about collaborating with National Geographic. “Hi everyone! I’m so thrilled to continue working with @NatGeo and guest-curate this Instagram account—it’s one of my favorites,” Harry wrote. “This takeover is part of our ‘Looking Up’ social campaign, where I’m inviting you all to participate and share your love for trees.”
