Prince Harry's charity faces scrutiny after governance failures
- The Charity Commission criticized all parties involved in Sentebale for allowing a public dispute, which damaged the charity's reputation.
- No evidence of widespread bullying or harassment was found, but significant governance weaknesses were identified.
- The Commission issued a Regulatory Action Plan to ensure better management and oversight within the charity.
In August 2025, the Charity Commission for England and Wales released a report assessing the internal conflict entangled within Sentebale, a charity co-founded by Prince Harry. The Commission spotlighted a public power struggle that arose among trustees, including Prince Harry and chair of trustees Sophie Chandauka, which significantly affected the charity's reputation and public trust. This dispute, originating in early 2023, was fueled by misunderstandings regarding governance and authority. Although allegations of bullying or harassment were found to be unsubstantiated, there was a noted lack of clarity surrounding role descriptions and internal policies, leading to a Regulatory Action Plan being issued to rectify these governance deficiencies. The report emphasized the vital need for better transparency, defined roles, and procedures to avoid similar incidents in the future, especially as the charity serves vulnerable communities in South Africa. The Commission stated that ongoing oversight would be necessary to ensure the charity implements the recommended changes effectively and continues delivering essential services to those it aims to assist.