The charity organisation claims Prince Harry and Mark Dyer led a viral campaign that triggered cyber bullying….reports Newsdesk
Sentebale has launched legal proceedings in the High Court of England and Wales against its co founder Prince Harry and former trustee Mark Dyer, accusing them of orchestrating a damaging media campaign against the charity.
In a detailed statement, Sentebale said it is seeking court intervention, protection and restitution following what it described as a coordinated campaign that began on 25 March 2025 and caused significant operational disruption and reputational harm.
The charity alleged that Prince Harry and Mark Dyer were identified through evidence as the “architects” of the campaign, which it said gained viral traction and led to a wave of cyber bullying targeting the organisation and its leadership.
According to Sentebale, false narratives were circulated in the media about the charity, damaging its credibility and straining relationships with staff, existing partners and potential supporters. The organisation said its leadership was forced to divert significant time and resources to manage a reputational crisis it insists was not of its making.
Despite the dispute, Sentebale said all development sector funders have maintained 100 per cent of their financial commitments, while individual donors have continued to back its work. It described this support as a reflection of trust in its governance and mission.
The charity emphasised that its programmes remain critical, particularly at a time when international aid is shrinking and the needs of children in southern Africa are growing. Sentebale currently supports more than 78,000 children and young people in Lesotho and Botswana through initiatives focused on health, economic resilience and climate adaptation.
It also stressed that the legal action is being funded entirely through external sources, with no charitable funds used to cover the costs.
Sentebale said the move was necessary to stop further damage to its operations and partnerships, adding that it would not comment further while the case is ongoing.
Founded in 2006 by Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, the charity works with young people aged up to 24, supporting those living with or at risk of HIV, providing vocational training and helping communities adapt to climate challenges.
In response, a spokesperson for Prince Harry and Mark Dyer rejected the claims.
“They categorically reject these offensive and damaging allegations,” the statement said.
The spokesperson also criticised the legal action, saying it was “extraordinary” that funds were being used to pursue a case against individuals who helped build and support the organisation for nearly two decades, rather than being directed towards the communities it serves.
The case sets up a significant legal battle between the charity and two of its most prominent former figures, with proceedings now set to unfold in the High Court.
