Prince Harry Resigns Amid “Unthinkable” Controversy

Stepping Away After 19 Years
Prince Harry has stepped down from Sentebale, the charity he co-founded 19 years ago, following what he described as an “unimaginable” controversy. In 2006, he and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho launched the organization to assist African orphans and tackle poverty and AIDS in Lesotho and Botswana.

Honoring Princess Diana’s Legacy
The charity was founded in honor of Harry’s late mother, Princess Diana. On Tuesday evening, Harry and Prince Seeiso issued a joint statement expressing shock and deep sadness over the recent developments.

Trustee Conflict Leads to Fallout
The statement revealed that Sentebale’s trustees had requested the chair’s resignation to protect the charity and support its staff. “These trustees acted in the best interest of the charity in asking the chair to step down, while keeping the wellbeing of staff in mind,” they explained.

Legal Battle Intensifies
However, the chair chose to sue the charity to retain her voluntary position, further straining the relationship. The founders thanked the trustees for their years of service, lamenting that the situation had escalated to this point.

Unthinkable Developments and Next Steps
“What’s transpired is unthinkable,” they added. “We are in surprise that we have to do this, but we have a continued responsibility to Sentebale’s beneficiaries.” The founders pledged to share their concerns with the Charity Commission to uncover how the situation had unfolded.

By stepping down, Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso aim to protect the organization’s future and uphold its mission to serve those in need.