Prince Harry is said to be devastated after stepping away from Sentebale, the African charity he launched nearly two decades ago. Yet, despite this emotional exit, experts insist his passion for philanthropy in Africa is far from over.
The Duke of Sussex recently relinquished his role as patron of Sentebale, a cause he birthed in 2006 with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho. The charity has been a lifeline for vulnerable kids, especially those battling HIV and AIDS, reflecting Harry’s heartfelt commitment to a mission inspired by his late mother, Princess Diana.
His departure, however, hasn’t come without drama. Tensions within Sentebale have bubbled up, with the charity’s chairwoman seemingly throwing shade at Harry, hinting he’s been playing the “victim” card amid the shake-up. It’s a stinging critique that’s added fuel to an already fiery exit.
Still, royal expert Ingrid Seward remains optimistic about Harry’s future. She believes his deep ties to Africa and its people will keep him in the humanitarian game. “Harry’s poured years into Sentebale,” Seward shared with *The Mirror*. “He even brought his brother, Prince William, along to meet orphaned kids in Lesotho back in 2010—a moment that stuck with him.”
Harry’s connection to the cause shone through during his most recent trip to Lesotho in October. Sitting around a campfire with local youth, he opened up about Sentebale’s life-changing work, proving that even as he steps back, his heart remains tied to the continent and its children.
