Prince William and Kate launch new wildlife docuseries

The South African

24-05-2025

Prince William and Kate Middleton have delighted fans with a heartening announcement following their recent anniversary trip to the Scottish Isles.
Marking 14 years since their wedding, the royal couple unveiled a significant new project close to their hearts. They unveiled a groundbreaking BBC Earth documentary series titled Guardians .
The series, launched on 23 May, shines a spotlight on the courageous wildlife rangers who serve as the frontline defenders of our planet's natural heritage.
These rangers operate in some of the most challenging and dangerous environments worldwide.
From the rainforests of the Amazon to the snow-capped Himalayas, including South Africa's own conservation efforts, according to Parade.
The six-part series, available on BBC Earth's YouTube channel. It will release one episode weekly, each lasting between six to ten minutes.
Prince William expressed his deep admiration for these guardians of nature. 'The reality is that protecting our natural world has become one of the most dangerous jobs on the planet.
We need to understand and recognise nature's guardians — the true heroes defending the future of the planet for all of us.'
The series is part of The Royal Foundation's United for Wildlife initiative, which the Prince founded to support conservation globally.
The first episode features the Central African Republic's Dzanga-Sangha protected area. This is home to Africa's highest concentration of forest elephants and lowland gorillas.
It follows Modiki Claver, a former poacher who has turned his life around to protect the very wildlife he once hunted.
'I have been privileged to visit Africa numerous times throughout my life, and the continent has always held a unique significance for me,' Prince William shares in the episode.
This highlighted his personal connection to the continent and its wildlife.
Kate Middleton and the Prince used their joint Instagram account to promote the series. They emphasised the vital role rangers play in maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance.
They wrote, 'Rangers play a critical role as the first line of defence in the protection and conservation of our natural world.
Every day, they take huge risks, standing between poachers and endangered species.' The couple encouraged fans to watch the series on YouTube.
The announcement by Prince William and Kate was warmly received by royal followers worldwide, including many from the Commonwealth and South Africa.
One Instagram user commented, 'The work you do is so valuable, so important, and so very much appreciated by the Commonwealth. Thank you @princeandprincessofwales ❤️.'
Another added, 'Brilliant seeing these wonderful guardians working to protect our planet. Thank you 💚promoting the project.'
Such responses highlight the series' impact and the growing awareness of conservation challenges faced locally and globally.
For South Africans, wildlife conservation is both a national treasure and a vital economic sector. Guardians offers an inspiring look at the people risking their lives to preserve our natural heritage.
The series not only honours these unsung heroes but also serves as a call to action to protect biodiversity for future generations.
As Prince William and Kate celebrate their anniversary with this meaningful project, they remind us all that safeguarding the planet is a shared responsibility.
Their commitment to conservation resonates far beyond the British Isles, reaching audiences across continents.
In a world increasingly threatened by environmental challenges, Guardians is a timely tribute to those who stand firm in defence of nature's wonders.
It's a series well worth watching — a celebration of courage, hope, and the enduring bond between humans and the wild.
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