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Harry and Meghan's Colombia Visit Blends Cultural Immersion with Digital Safety Advocacy

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex focused on internet safety and local engagement during their four-day tour, marked by high security and mixed public reactions.

  • The couple discussed the impact of social media on youth at the Responsible Digital Future Summit in Bogotá.
  • They participated in cultural events, including salsa dancing and attending an Afro-Colombian festival in Cali.
  • Only a handpicked U.S. reporter was allowed close access, frustrating UK media.
  • The visit featured heavy security, with 3,000 police officers deployed in Cartagena.
  • Local reactions were mixed, with some questioning the visit's cost and purpose.
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