Prince Harry Resigns as Patron of Sentebale Amid Allegations of Harassment and Bullying by Charity Chairperson

The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, has stepped down from his role as a patron of Sentebale, a charity he co-founded in 2006. The organization, established in memory of his late mother, Princess Diana, focuses on supporting children in southern Africa affected by HIV/AIDS. Prince Harry’s resignation was announced on Tuesday, citing a breakdown in relationships within the organization.

Following his resignation, Sophie Chandauka, the chair of Sentebale, publicly accused Prince Harry of engaging in a campaign of harassment and bullying. In an interview with Sky News, Chandauka expressed her concerns about what she described as an “unleashing of the Sussex machine” against her and the charity’s employees. She indicated that the announcement of Harry’s resignation was made without prior communication with her or other key members of the organization.

Chandauka further elaborated on her accusations, stating that Prince Harry authorized the release of damaging information to the public without informing her or the executive team. She characterized these actions as an example of bullying and harassment on a large scale. The situation has brought attention to internal conflicts within the charity, which has been a significant part of Prince Harry’s philanthropic efforts.

The developments have sparked discussions about the future of Sentebale and its leadership. The charity, which has played a crucial role in supporting vulnerable children in Africa, now faces challenges in navigating the aftermath of Prince Harry’s departure and the allegations made by its chairperson. The organization has yet to issue an official response to the claims made by Chandauka.