Prince Harry Steps Down as Patron of Sentebale After Board Dispute

Prince Harry Steps Down as Patron of Sentebale After Board Dispute
Prince Harry Steps Down as Patron of Sentebale After Board Dispute | Photo cred: daily record

In an unexpected move, Prince Harry has stepped down as patron of Sentebale, the charity he co-founded in 2006 to honor his late mother, Princess Diana.

Sources close to the organization confirm that his decision follows a dispute with the charity’s board of trustees, though the exact details of the disagreement remain undisclosed.

Sentebale, meaning "forget me not" in Sesotho, is dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people affected by HIV and AIDS in southern Africa. Prince Harry established the charity alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, aiming to continue his mother’s humanitarian legacy.

During his nearly two decades with Sentebale, Prince Harry played a crucial role in fundraising and advocacy, significantly boosting the charity’s profile. His departure is expected to have a notable impact on the organization and its supporters.

The Duke of Sussex’s exit raises questions about Sentebale’s future direction and the potential effects on its programs and initiatives. The charity has yet to issue an official statement regarding his resignation or how it plans to move forward without its high-profile patron.