Prince Harry Faces Lawsuit from African Charity Honoring Princess Diana
Sentebale, the African charity co-founded by Prince Harry, has filed a defamation suit against him. The claim was lodged last month in London’s High Court, court records show.
Who is involved
The charity named Prince Harry and Mark Dyer as defendants. Dyer is a trustee and close friend of Harry.
The filings indicate the action concerns either libel or slander. No court documents were publicly available for review.
Origins of the dispute
Tensions at Sentebale emerged in 2023 over a proposed new fundraising strategy. Those disagreements continued for two years.
Prince Harry and co-founder Prince Seeiso of Lesotho stepped down as patrons in March 2025. They said the relationship with chair Sophie Chandauka had become irreparable.
Accusations and inquiry
Chandauka later accused Harry of leading a campaign of bullying and harassment aimed at forcing her out. The allegation intensified public attention.
The Charity Commission for England and Wales investigated the dispute. The regulator criticized both sides for airing the fight publicly and harming Sentebale’s reputation.
The commission found no evidence of widespread bullying or misogyny. Commission CEO David Holdsworth issued a statement in August 2025 summarizing the findings.
Responses to the report
Harry’s spokesman publicly criticized the commission’s conclusions. Chandauka welcomed the regulator’s findings.
About the charity
Sentebale supports young people living with HIV in Botswana and Lesotho. The organisation was founded in part to honour the memory of Princess Diana.
This legal action highlights how disputes can affect charitable work. Filmogaz.com will follow developments as the case proceeds in London.
