Prince Harry has reportedly been fuming behind closed doors over the dramatic fallout with his beloved Sentebale charity. The Duke of Sussex, once praised for his heartfelt efforts supporting children affected by HIV in southern Africa, is now at the center of a public and personal crisis after officially cutting ties with the charity he co-founded nearly two decades ago.
According to multiple sources, Harry’s frustration has been boiling over for months. Late-night voice messages and angry emails allegedly show the Duke ranting about being “undermined” and “pushed out” by what he described as “a hostile takeover” by new trustees. These private rants, now leaked through palace insiders, paint a picture of a man deeply hurt by what he sees as the betrayal of his life’s work.
Sentebale, co-founded by Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in 2006, was designed to help vulnerable children across Lesotho and Botswana. For years, it stood as one of Harry’s proudest achievements. But by March 2025, both founders announced they were stepping down after a turbulent leadership dispute with the charity's board.
While the Charity Commission later cleared Prince Harry of any wrongdoing — including bullying allegations — the report blasted both sides for airing their dirty laundry in public, branding the charity’s recent governance as “chaotic and damaging.”
In response to the fallout, Harry’s team released a blistering statement: “Prince Harry remains devastated by the breakdown of the relationship with Sentebale. He has always prioritized the children, and it’s heartbreaking to see the organization compromised by infighting and poor leadership.”
Behind the scenes, however, sources close to the Sussexes say the Duke was anything but diplomatic. “Harry was raging,” one insider said. “He felt betrayed by the very people he trusted to carry his vision forward. He poured his heart and soul into Sentebale — this was more than a charity; it was a piece of his identity.”
The drama has left Sentebale in shambles. Reports indicate that the charity has slashed over 25% of its UK staff, fundraising has dwindled, and key programs are being quietly suspended. Insiders describe a tense atmosphere, with morale at an all-time low.
Chair of the board, Dr. Sophie Chandauka, pushed back in a public statement, insisting the charity is “stronger than ever” and that its “governance now meets global best practices.” Still, critics argue the damage is done — and without Harry’s high-profile backing, Sentebale may struggle to survive.
What’s next for the Duke? Insiders claim he’s already exploring new avenues to continue supporting vulnerable youth in Africa — but this time, on his own terms.