Princess Anne set to depart the UK right after the Duchess of Edinburgh event.

The visit of the 74-year-old royal follows closely after the significant birthday of Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh. Anticipation surrounds the celebrations, which are expected to be highlighted on the Royal Family's social media platforms with fresh photographs and heartfelt messages.

During her visit to South Africa, Princess Anne will fulfill her duties as President of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, a position she took over from the Duke of Kent following his retirement in 2023.

The Princess Royal is set to inaugurate the Cape Town Labour Corps Memorial, honoring over 1,700 mainly Black South Africans who lost their lives during World War One.

The memorial pays tribute to individuals who served in the military labor units throughout Africa and lost their lives between August 3, 1914, and August 14, 1921, without a known burial site.

This important event highlights a crucial moment in acknowledging the efforts of South African soldiers during World War One.

The unveiling will mark one of Princess Anne's initial responsibilities as the President of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, a position she has taken over from the Duke of Kent.