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Charity Governance Crisis Deepens as Prince Harry Faces Harassment Allegations

Sentebale's chair accuses Prince Harry of bullying and interference, while UK Charity Commission investigates governance concerns.

(Left) Alix Lebec, Founder & CEO of Lebec,(Center) Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, (Right) Co-Founding Patron of Sentebale and Dr. Sophie Chandauka MBE, Chair of Sentebale, Founder and Chair of Nandi Life Sciences speak during the Sentebale ‘Potential is Waiting’ panel discussion, followed by a seated dinner at Zaytinya of the José Andrés Group at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on April 11, 2024 in Miami Beach, Florida.
Sophie Chandauka and Prince Harry at a Sentebale reception in South Africa in 2024
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Overview

  • Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso resigned from Sentebale, citing irreparable conflicts with chair Dr. Sophie Chandauka, who refused to step down despite being asked by trustees.
  • Dr. Chandauka has accused Prince Harry of harassment, bullying, and interfering with her whistleblower complaint about governance failures and alleged misconduct at the charity.
  • The UK Charity Commission is reviewing governance concerns at Sentebale, including allegations of poor management, harassment, and a toxic organizational culture.
  • Dr. Chandauka claims Prince Harry's public resignation announcement and his reputation have negatively impacted the charity's donor support and operations.
  • The fallout has raised questions about Sentebale's leadership stability and ability to fulfill its mission supporting youth in southern Africa.