King Charles Hosts Water and Climate Reception at Buckingham Palace
On March 17, 2025, His Majesty King Charles III hosted a Water and Climate Reception at Buckingham Palace, gathering high-profile guests, including Ghanaian football legend Michael Essien, to raise awareness and rally support for WaterAid's efforts in combating the water crisis exacerbated by climate change.The event, which featured a star-studded lineup, aimed to highlight the growing issue of climate-induced water scarcity affecting millions worldwide. Notable guests included Paralympian Ellie Simmonds, actors Archie Panjabi, Samantha Barks, and Ariyon Bakare, and Ghanaian philanthropist Akosua Puni Essien.During the reception, King Charles, who is a patron of WaterAid, joined young climate activist Ung Rong Phaltevy in a unique immersive experience that demonstrated the intersection between the climate crisis and the global water shortage. The reception also followed a series of roundtables at St. James’s Palace, where young leaders and decision-makers discussed innovative solutions to […]
