The event starts at 10am. EST, with Duke delivering his remarks around 10:30 a.m. Harry’s supporters see his presence at the event as a sign of his rise to the world stage, contrary to claims by British tabloids that he would lose importance after stepping down from royal duties According to a statement, the General Assembly will hold an informal meeting to celebrate “Nelson Mandela World Day”, during which the UN Nelson Mandela Award for 2020 will be awarded to Ms. Marianna V. Vardinogianni from Greece and Dr. Morisanda Cuiate. of Guinea. The Deputy Secretary General and the President of the General Assembly will make remarks at the event. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address. The statement on the UN website said: “On 18 July each year, we invite you to mark International Nelson Mandela Day by making a difference in your communities. Everyone has the ability and responsibility to change the world for the better! Mandela Day it’s an opportunity for everyone to take action and inspire change.”