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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Colombia: Duke and Duchess end day two with Invictus training session - best photos

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue their time in Bogota

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Updated: August 17, 2024
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have stepped out for the second day of their Colombia tour, meeting with the nation's Invictus Games team, and spending time with local children that saw Prince Harry busting a move!

Prince Harry, 39, and Meghan, 43, spent their second day also in the capital after visiting a school, an arts centre and joining a panel discussion on digital responsibility on day one.

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Their afternoon event will see them meet Team Colombia, the only Latin America country participating in the Games, having made their debut in Dusseldorf last year. The Invictus Games was founded by Harry in 2014 and celebrates the sporting achievements of wounded, sick and injured service people. The Duke returned to the UK in May to attend a service at St Paul's Cathedral to mark the tenth anniversary of Invictus.

The next Games are scheduled to take place in Vancouver and Whistler from 8 to 16 February 2025. The Sussexes visited training camps in the Canada earlier this year, where they were joined by singer Michael Buble.

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Meghan Markle talking to a young girl© Eric Charbonneau

A new school day

Harry and Meghan started the second day of their tour by visiting the Colegio La Giralda, a local school in the town of Santa Fe, with a grand reputation.

During their tour, the Duke and Duchess observed several classrooms and it's clear the children were thrilled to see them!

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Prince Harry dancing with a group of students

Another dance for the Prince

Prince Harry couldn't resist busting out his moves again during the trip to the school! 

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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex visit Colegio La Giralda during Colombia tour© Eric Charbonneau

The royal couple were treated to a performance of cumbia songs along with live percussion. Students also wore traditional costumes for the performance.

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Prince Harry planting a tree with a group of students

Tree planting

Harry got stuck in at the school as he assisted in the planting of a tree.

The school told the pair how they have bee prioritizing the concept of the “outdoor classroom”.

Three trees were planted to honor Harry and Meghan's visit.


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Prince Harry sitting at a table with schoolchildren© Eric Charbonneau

Classroom antics

In the kindergarten classes that Harry and Meghan observed, the duo helped the children with puzzles and showed off their Spanish skills.

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One little girl took a shine to Meghan, and was seen being held by the Duchess in several pictures.

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The couple are protected by a bulletproof shield

"You’re the same age as my son Archie," Meghan said to a student in Spanish, of son, Prince Archie.

Prince Harry was also overheard practicing his Spanish, asking students their names and age, and the pair were then gifted handwrite letters from the children.

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Prince HMeghan, harry and francia Marquez talking sitting© Getty

A warm welcome

For their final engagement of the day, the Duke and Duchess accompanied the Vice President of Colombia, Francia Márquez, to Centro de Rehabilitación Inclusiva for a training session with the Invictus Games’ Team Colombia.  

Meghan and Harry were greeted by military officials and a veteran military band who performed a Cumbia and Salsa medley before they embarked on a tour of the facilities.

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Prince Harry and Meghan with sportsman on rowing machine© Getty

A tour of the facilities

The couple toured the facility's swimming pool, as well as the rock climbing wall gym, as well as the rehabilitation facilities.

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex talking to man in a wheelchair© Getty

Meeting the athletes

The Duchess was seen chatting with an athlete as she learned about their exercise regimens, favorite workouts, and how they stay strong.

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Prince Harry and Meghan sitting holding basketballs© Getty

An inspirational experience

"They are all so incredible to watch," noted Meghan, while her husband added: "It’s amazing to see how many people can come together to form one team."

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Prince Harry sitting on court floor© Getty

Getting in on the action

The Sussexes also joined Francia Marquez and her partner Rafael Yerney Pinillo in watching a volleyball match.  

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Prince Harry with invictus basketball team© Getty

Part of the team

Prince Harry couldn't resist getting in on the action, eventually participating in while the VP and the Duchess cheered from the sidelines.  

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Prince Harry meeting several military veterans © Getty

Meeting veterans

After the match, Prince Harry met a group of Korean War veterans before touring the center’s art hall which features artwork created by Invictus athletes. 

The Duchess was gifted a painting, hand-knitted animals, and also a beaded necklace and matching earrings from some of the artists, while Prince Harry was awarded a special commemorative plaque from the Ministry of National Defense Veterans.

LOOK BACK AT DAY ONE

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 Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex with Colombia Vice President Francia Márquez and Yerney Pinillo © Eric Charbonneau

Warm welcome

The Duke and Duchess were greeted warmly by Vice President Francia Marquez and her partner, Yerney Pinillo, as they exchanged gifts and enjoyed tea and coffee upon arrival.

Ms Marquez approached the Sussexes to visit more than a year ago after watching their Netflix docuseries, revealing she was "moved" by their story.

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Harry and Meghan meet students at a local Colombian school

School visit

Harry and Meghan spoke with students at Colegio Cultura Popular  about the impact of social media during a discussion, with the Duchess later calling them "impressive, smart, and savvy".

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during their ongoing tour of Colombia© Nestor Gómez / El Tiempo

Art and culture

At the National Arts Center, Harry and Meghan were pictured dancing, clapping and tapping their feet as they watched various performances.

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Harry and Meghan spoke at 'Responsible Digital Future' forum © Getty

Digital Responsibility panel

The day finished with a discussion on how to address the need for responsible technology practices and the impact of the digital landscape, particularly on young people.

Meghan said: “We should model how we want our kids to be raised and for the world in which we raise them. It doesn't matter where you live. It doesn't matter who you are. Either you personally or someone you know is a victim to what’s happening online. And that's something we can actively work on every day to remedy."

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