Prince Harry Faces Defamation Lawsuit from Charity He Co-Founded
Sentebale, a charity co-founded by the Duke of Sussex, is reportedly suing him for defamation, according to court records. The case was filed on 24 March and involves allegations of libel and slander.
Both representatives for Prince Harry and Sentebale have declined to provide further details regarding the claim.
Prince Harry departed from the charity last year amid a contentious dispute concerning the management of Sentebale.
The court documents list Prince Harry as a defendant alongside Mark Dyer, a former trustee of the charity, in a claim described as "defamation - libel and slander." No additional documents or information have been made publicly available.
Background of the Dispute
Prince Harry and his co-founder, Prince Seeiso, resigned from the charity in March 2025, accompanied by a group of trustees. Their departure was due to disagreements with the charity's chair, Sophie Chandauka.
The Charity Commission conducted an investigation into the matter, attributing fault to all parties involved. The commission also criticized the public nature of the dispute, noting that it caused harm to the charity's reputation.
About Sentebale
Sentebale operates in Botswana and Lesotho, focusing on supporting the health and wellbeing of young people, particularly those affected by HIV and AIDS.
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