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Sentebale Faces Crisis as Trustee Resigns, Leaving Minimum Board Members

The youth charity co-founded by Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso is under investigation and struggling to maintain governance after a series of high-profile resignations.

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Overview

  • Sentebale, founded in 2006 to support HIV/AIDS-affected youth in Southern Africa, is operating with just three trustees, the minimum required for operation, after Nerissa Naidu's resignation.
  • Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso stepped down as patrons in March following governance disputes and trustee resignations linked to conflicts with chair Dr. Sophie Chandauka.
  • The UK Charity Commission has launched an ongoing investigation into the charity’s governance, examining allegations of harassment, bullying, and poor oversight.
  • Dr. Sophie Chandauka has accused Prince Harry of using the charity for personal PR purposes, claims which Harry has denied, calling them 'blatant lies.'
  • The charity remains in turmoil, with its strategic direction and leadership under intense scrutiny as it navigates this period of instability.