Harry, Seeiso Step Down Amid Sentebale Controversy

Prince Harry has faced criticism for allegedly losing interest in Sentebale, the charity he co-founded with Prince Seeiso to support children in southern Africa affected by HIV/AIDS, after his marriage to Meghan Markle and their relocation to the US. Local leaders and Prince Seeiso's brother claim Harry's reduced involvement has diminished the charity's effectiveness, and community members expressed disappointment that Meghan never visited Lesotho. Harry last visited Lesotho in October 2024, his first trip there in six years. Internal tensions escalated with chairperson Sophie Chandauka alleging bullying, harassment, and racism, and with claims that Harry tried to use Sentebale to enhance Meghan's public image, which he denies. Both Harry and Seeiso have stepped down as patrons, and the UK's Charity Commission is investigating governance concerns. Separately, Harry and Meghan's Archewell Foundation faced criticism for withdrawing funding from a US-based charity, leading to accusations of prioritizing public relations.