In brief
In a surprising turn of events, Prince Harry has officially stepped down as the patron of the charity Sentebale, which he co-founded in 2006 to support communities in Lesotho affected by the H.I.V. pandemic. This decision comes after a severe conflict within the charity’s board of trustees, resulting in the resignation of five members. Alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, who also served as a patron, Harry expressed deep concern for the charity's future and pledged to report their worries to the Charity Commission.
Founded in memory of his late mother, Princess Diana, Sentebale has expanded over the years to tackle various social issues in southern Africa, including substance abuse and gender-based violence. However, infighting among the leadership has reached a breaking point, prompting the resignations. The departing trustees have criticized board chair Sophie Chandauka's management, claiming they lost trust in her ability to lead.The duo's resignation has left many shocked, as they voiced their commitment to those benefiting from Sentebale’s important work while navigating this unexpected turmoil.
