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Charity Commission Exonerates Sentebale Leaders and Orders Governance Overhaul

Reputation damage from public disputes led the Charity Commission to mandate a governance action plan

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Overview

  • The Charity Commission’s August 5 report found no evidence of systemic bullying, harassment, misogyny or racism by Prince Harry or chairwoman Dr. Sophie Chandauka.
  • Regulators criticized both sides for taking their internal conflict into the public eye, warning the dispute had undermined donor trust and harmed Sentebale’s standing.
  • The commission’s remedial action plan targets unclear hierarchies, communication gaps and other governance weaknesses within the HIV/AIDS charity.
  • Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso have remained withdrawn as patrons since their March resignations and have ruled out returning while Chandauka stays in charge.
  • The founders are exploring alternative vehicles—such as a new foundation or partnerships with existing charities—to continue supporting vulnerable children in Lesotho and Botswana.