This November, Cape Town will be buzzing with excitement as it hosts the fourth annual Earthshot Prize Awards, a star-studded event dedicated to spotlighting innovative solutions for our planet’s most pressing environmental challenges. From November 4 to 7, the city will welcome renowned artists, athletes, musicians, and advocates, all coming together to celebrate the inspiring efforts being made across Africa and beyond to repair and regenerate the environment.
An Unforgettable Host
Leading the festivities is Nomzamo Mbatha, an acclaimed actress and Earthshot Global Ambassador, who will be the official host for Earthshot Week. With her infectious passion for sustainability and commitment to raising awareness about climate issues, Mbatha is sure to bring an electrifying energy to the event. She’ll be joined by fellow Earthshot Ambassador, Robert Irwin, the Australian conservationist known for his dedication to wildlife protection.
A Glitzy Awards Ceremony
The week culminates in the Earthshot Prize Awards on November 6, hosted by none other than Billy Porter, a triple-threat Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award winner, alongside Bonang Matheba, Africa’s most sought-after media personality and award-winning star. Together, they will guide audiences through a night filled with storytelling, musical performances, and the celebration of global environmental innovators.
Notable appearances include Davido, Heidi Klum, Diamond Platnumz, Lebo M, Ndlovu Youth Choir, Uncle Waffles, Winnie Harlow, and Nina Dobrev, who will all participate in announcing the five winners of the coveted £1 million prize. These winners, selected from this year’s 15 Earthshot Prize finalists, will be recognized for their groundbreaking solutions across five critical environmental categories: Protect and Restore Nature, Clean Our Air, Revive Our Oceans, Build a Waste-Free World, and Fix Our Climate.
A Global Broadcast
With a reach of over 50 markets across the African continent, the Earthshot Prize Awards promise to be a groundbreaking event. Fans around the world can tune in via YouTube, ensuring that the inspiring stories of innovators working tirelessly to combat climate change are shared with a global audience.
The Heart of Earthshot Week
Throughout the week, various events will highlight the incredible growth of climate innovations emerging from Africa, emphasizing the continent’s potential as a leader in environmental solutions. High-level dialogues and thought leadership events will bring together past Earthshot finalists and influential environmental champions, fostering collaboration and mentorship opportunities.
As Hannah Jones, CEO of The Earthshot Prize, puts it, “Our Annual Global Awards are designed with intentionality, aiming to breakthrough into youth and mainstream culture… We are united with one aim: By showcasing Earthshot Winners and Finalists, we can spark young people’s imaginations and invite them to imagine a future in which they too could become an Earthshot winner.”
A Call to Action
In the face of a rapidly changing climate, events like Earthshot Week serve as a crucial reminder that we all have a role to play in protecting our planet. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, The Earthshot Prize aims to transform the narrative surrounding environmental challenges from one of despair to one of hope and possibility.
So, mark your calendars for November 6 and prepare to be inspired by a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the boundless potential of human ingenuity.