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MEGHAN Markle and Prince Harry wore matching bracelets to the first day of their royal tour to South Africa.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were both spotted with the identical red and white beaded accessory, bearing the word "Justice", around their wrists as they visited township Nyanga.

 Meghan Markle was spotted wearing a beaded bracelet bearing the word 'Justice' on first day of the royal tour to Southern Africa
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Meghan Markle was spotted wearing a beaded bracelet bearing the word 'Justice' on first day of the royal tour to Southern AfricaCredit: Splash News

Kicking off their ten-day trip, the couple - who flew into Cape Town with fourth-month-old son Archie earlier in the day - were greeted by school children and dancers.

The focus of their visit was to learn more about human rights organisation Justice Desk.

It appears their matching bracelets paid tribute to the charity, supported by the Queen's Commonwealth Trust, and for which Harry, 35, is president and Meghan, 38, is vice-president.

They watched a workshop teaching children about their rights, self-awareness and safety at the organisation, which also trains young girls in the community in self-defence classes and female empowerment.

 Prince Harry was also spotted with an identical version on his wrist
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Prince Harry was also spotted with an identical version on his wristCredit: Getty - Contributor

Both the Duke and Duchess gave speeches during their time in the township.

Speaking to the crowd, Meghan said: "When women are empowered the entire community flourishes.

"You are all powerful."

Harry added: "No man is born to cause harm to women. This is learned behaviour and we need to break that cycle.”

It comes as the new royal mum wowed in a £69 monochrome wrap dress and £80 wedges.

 The couple were visiting the human rights organisation Justice Desk at Nyanga
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The couple were visiting the human rights organisation Justice Desk at NyangaCredit: PA:Press Association

Meghan's patterned frock is from sustainable African label Mayamiko and her shoes are by Castaner.

She also accessorised with a dainty necklace featuring a Hamsa hand.

 They kicked off their ten-day trip by visiting the township
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They kicked off their ten-day trip by visiting the townshipCredit: Getty - Contributor

It is thought that the symbol on the piece of jewellery "repels negativity".

Meanwhile, Harry dressed down in a white shirt, dark trousers and trainers.

In other royal news, unseen snaps of Meghan have been shared ahead of the final episode of Suits.

Also, it's been claimed the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to break rules by asking public to call them by their names.

And Archie's mum paid tribute to Princess Diana by dressing her fourth-month-old son in an identical bobble hat to one worn by Harry in 1985.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle begin Royal Tour to Africa visiting the township of Nyanga in Cape Town
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