Sentebale Charity Sues Co-Founder Prince Harry for Defamation
A defamation lawsuit has been filed against Prince Harry by Sentebale, the charity he co-founded in memory of Princess Diana. This African AIDS charity has taken legal action following Harry’s resignation as patron in March 2025 amid a management disagreement.
Defamation Claims and Legal Proceedings
Sentebale announced its intention to pursue legal recourse in the High Court of England and Wales. The charity claims that a targeted media campaign, initiated on March 25, 2025, has disrupted its operations and harmed its reputation.
Prince Harry has firmly denied the allegations, labeling them as “offensive and damaging.” He is named as a defendant in the case alongside Mark Dyer, a former trustee of Sentebale. The charity asserts that both were involved in orchestrating the negative media narrative.
Background of Sentebale
- Co-founded by Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho approximately 20 years ago.
- Established to honor Princess Diana, noted for her advocacy on HIV and AIDS.
- The name “Sentebale” means “forget me not” in Sesotho.
Management Disputes and Resignations
In 2023, tensions arose within the charity over fundraising strategies, leading to a series of resignations amongst trustees. By March 2025, both founders chose to step down, citing a deteriorating relationship with the chair, Sophie Chandauka.
Chandauka later accused Harry of a bullying campaign aimed at forcing her departure, a claim that the UK Charity Commission investigated. In August 2025, the Commission concluded that there was no evidence to support these allegations, although it did highlight issues with governance.
Impact on Prince Harry
The lawsuit adds to the challenges faced by Prince Harry following his departure from royal duties in 2020. His choice to involve a Netflix crew in charity events has also attracted criticism, including from Chandauka, who has expressed concerns over unwanted media attention.
As developments unfold in this case, the intersection of charity governance and personal relationships within notable figures continues to draw significant media interest. Filmogaz.com will provide updates as the situation progresses.
