Prince Harry accused of 'killing charity's spirit' after Meghan Markle wedding (2025)

Prince Harry has been accused of losing interest in his African charity after his wedding to Meghan Markle. Principal Chief Khoabane Theko, a leading member of the Lesotho royal family, says that the Duke of Sussex's lack of interest "killed the spirit" of the charity Sentebale.

He went on to say that he was "perturbed" when Prince Harry would go to Africa on holiday with Meghan Markle but not visit Lesotho. Harry also didn't visit from his wedding in 2018 to 2024. This came after almost yearly visits from 2010 to 2015. He said: “When [Sentebale] was launched, I remember his words quite vividly, because he was very strong in saying ‘my mother, this place, her passion about Africa’ and all that.

“He’s a loved figure because of his openness, but his loss of interest has totally killed the spirit of Sentebale’s survival. I haven’t seen him [Prince Harry] since he got himself married.”

The pair founded Sentebale in 2006 in Lesotho, but both stepped down last month after accusations of harassment, bullying and “misogynoir” – a form of misogyny against black women.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's 'secret' date with 'very saucy' encounter

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle once had a "very saucy" date during the early days of their relationship, according to the duke himself.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex began dating sometime in 2016 and they ended up marrying two years later, in May 2018.

During the early days of their relationship, the pair tried to keep their private life a secret.

Prince Harry opened up about the time when he and Meghan started seeing each other in his memoir, Spare, which was released in January 2023.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had a secret date in London (Image: Getty)

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Prince Louis set to miss reunion with ‘royal best friend’ as new update issued

Prince Louis is set to miss a grand reunion later this week with a key member of the Royal Family who's been known to be very close to him.

The Prince and Princess of Wales's youngest child will not be present at Sunday's Easter church service as the family will spend their time in Norfolk instead, according to reports.

The Mirror said that Prince William and Princess Kate have decided not to join the King and Queen and other members of the Royal Family at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, this weekend.

A source told the newspaper: "They are choosing to spend time together as a family before the children go back to school."

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Prince Louis will reportedly not be joined the Royal Family in Windsor this Sunday (Image: Getty)

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Nightmare for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as Montecito 'rocked by crime'

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's neighbourhood in California has been reportedly rocked by a series of crimes recently.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been living in a lavish mansion in Montecito, California, for the past five years after stepping down as senior working royals and moving to the US.

But a spate of burglaries and other crimes recently has sparked concerns in the quiet neighbourhood of Santa Barbara.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle live in Montecito, California (Image: Getty)

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Royal spotted walking on crutches during family trip after sustaining injury

Prince Emmanuel of Belgium has been pictured on crutchesafter sustaining a mystery injury on his right foot as he and his family completed their final pilgrimage ahead of the Easter holidays. The young royal took part in an old tradition in Belgium seeing the royal family hiking to Santiago de Compostela, in Spain.

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde were this year joined by three of their four children, Prince Gabriel, 21, Prince Emmanuel, 19, and Princess Eleonore, 17, as they hiked from Santa Irene to the Spanish city.

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The Belgian royals took part in a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela (Image: Getty)

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Humiliation for Meghan Markle 'snubbed by Hollywood star because she loves Princess Kate'

A Hollywood celebrity reportedly turned down a request fromMeghan Marklebecause of her loyalty to Princess Kate, it has been claimed. Speaking on the YouTube channel 'Andrew Gold & Kinsey Schofield', US royal commentator, Kinsey Schofield said: "I heard rumours that Meghan was trying to get Reese Witherspoon on Archetypes, Reese Witherspoon politely declined.

"I heard it through the grapevine that it's because Reese Witherspoon loves the Princess of Wales, loves Catherine and didn't want to do anything to jeopardise any sort of social clout she has with Catherine, the future Queen."

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Reese Witherspoon was left 'in awe' of 'magnificent' Princess Kate (Image: WPA POOL)

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's charity 'cuts ties' with pro-Palestine organisation

Prince HarryandMeghan Markle's charity has reportedly cut ties witha Muslim charity after its founder made anti-Israel comments. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation has pulled funding to Milwaukee-based Muslim Women’s Coalition (MMWC), with its founder, Janan Najeeb, saying it was due to an opinion piece she had authored about Palestine.

MMWC aims to "empower Muslim women and girls through education, leadership, outreach, and wellness programs, helping them reach their fullest potential".

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have cut ties with a Muslim charity (Image: Getty)

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Meghan Markle's Netflix show brutally mocked as spoof clip sends fans into a frenzy

A spoof video ofMeghan Markle's Netflix show, 'With Love, Meghan', has been created by American journalist and political commentator Megyn Kelly. Aptly named 'With Love, Megyn', the video shows the commentator inviting her guest, Daily Mail columnist Maureen Callahan, as she makes popcorn and various snacks, something prepared also by The Duchess of Sussex in her original show.

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A spoof video has been made of Meghan Markle's Netflix show (Image: NETFLIX)

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Prince Harry 'sent threat by al Qaida' as documents reveal more about Home Office battle

Prince Harry asked for specific security protection after receiving a threat from al Qaida, court documents have revealed.

The embattled Duke of Sussex attended the Royal Courts of Justice in London last week as part of his ongoing fight with the Home Office in relation to the level of security he should receiving when visiting Britain - funded by the British taxpayer.

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Prince Harry is going through a High Court appeal (Image: Getty)

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King Charles’s lavish Easter Sunday lunch menu, from classic roast to Windsor fruit

With Easter Sunday fast approaching, members of the Royal Family are no doubt excited to mark the occasion together. As well as attending a Sunday service at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, members of the Royal Family tend to enjoy an Easter Sunday lunch together afterwards. Like at Christmas, the lunch is one of the biggest events for the family in their personal calendars and gives them all an opportunity to come together.

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King Charles hosts an Easter Sunday lunch for the royals (Image: Chris Jackson/Getty Images)

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Royal Family buy Easter Eggs from luxury chocolate shop where they cost a whopping £45

With Easter just days away, families across the country will be ready to celebrate the occasion together. From church services to Sunday lunches, most people will be looking forward to enjoying some quality family time, including the royals. As well as some members of the Royal Family attending a church service together on Sunday, they are also set to enjoy a roast lamb lunch, followed by a piece of chocolate or two.

While royal fans may be guessing what kind of Easter eggs the royals enjoy, it is believed the Royal Family tend to buy most of their Easter eggs from a very luxurious chocolate company.

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The Royal Family tend to go for more expensive chocolate Easter eggs (Image: Neil Mockford/GC Images)

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Princess Charlotte is 'spitting image' of Diana's niece in incredible throwback photo

Princess Charlotte's looks are often compared to many members of her family, from the late Queen and Lady Sarah Chatto to her father, Prince William.

However, one the most uncanny lookalikes is Diana, Princess of Wales' eldest niece, Lady Kitty Spencer.

After Lady Kitty shared a throwback photograph of herself from 1992 on social media, it became undeniably clear that Princess Charlotte has inherited her looks from her father's side of the family.

Lady Kitty was born on 28 December 1990 to Charles, Earl Spencer, and his first wife Victoria Aitken and was raised between South Africa and England.

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Queen Camilla struggles to contain giggles during Maundy Service as expert spots key signs

Queen Camilla erupted into a fit of giggles as she appeared to share an "inside joke" with King Charles today, according to a body language expert.

The King and Queen attended the traditional Maundy service at Durham Cathedral, a key date in the royal calendar.

Charles gave Maundy money to 76 men and 76 women - one for every year of his age - in thanks for their Christian service to their communities.

But Their Majesties shared a sweet moment together inside the church as they appeared to share a laugh.

Now, according to body language expert Darren Stanton, the moment shows just how "lighthearted and fun their connection is".

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Prince William brings back key royal aide who recently gave bombshell TV interview

Prince William has brought his former royal aide Jason Knauf back into the fold as he’s been appointed as the next CEO of his beloved Earthshot Prize.

Mr Knauf, former CEO of the Royal Foundation and ex-communications secretary at Kensington Palace, is taking over from Hannah Jones who will be stepping down from her role this summer.

Ms Jones was appointed in 2021 to lead William's environmental initiative and will continue to give strategic advice on innovation and sustainability to Kensington Palace. She will step down in the summer and is working with Mr Knauf to ensure a smooth transition.

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King Charles's pal reveals what Palace really thinks about Meghan Markle using HRH title

Meghan Markle recently shared a message addressing her with an HRH title and the move did not go down well with the royals, according to an insider.

The Duchess of Sussex, who was a working royal for two years, quit her royal duties in 2020 along with her husband, Prince Harry, and they both moved to the US, where they have settled with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Following their bombshell departure, the Sussexes agreed to no longer use their HRH titles, while their Sussex titles have always been a subject of debate among royal watchers.

On January 18, following Harry and Meghan's decision to step down as senior working royals, Buckingham Palace released a statement, which said: "With The [late] Queen’s blessing, the Sussexes will continue to maintain their private patronages and associations.

"While they can no longer formally represent The Queen, the Sussexes have made clear that everything they do will continue to uphold the values of Her Majesty."

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Major Prince William and Princess Kate update as pair to miss key royal event

The Prince and Princess of Wales will not be joining King Charles and the rest of the Royal Family for this year's Easter Matins service.

The royal couple, who missed the event last year as it came just weeks after Kate's cancer diagnosis, will instead spend the Easter weekend with their children at their country home in Norfolk.

William spoke with his father about his intention to miss the annual gathering and the King agreed that they could spend the Easter weekend with their family, a source told the Daily Mirror.

"They are choosing to spend time together as a family before the children go back to school", the source added.

Grace Piercy

Donald Trump confirms month he will visit UK to see 'friend' King Charles

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that he will visit the UK in September to meet his "friend" King Charles.

Speaking in the Oval Office on Thursday, Mr Trump said, "I think we’re setting a date for September", adding that it was a "great honour" to receive the invitation.

Mr Trump, who met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni today - whom the King met while on his four-state visit to Italy last week - said that it was an "honour" to be "a friend" of the King and "the family, William".

The US President said: "I was invited by the King and the great country. They are going to do a second fest - that's what it is. It is beautiful. It is the second time it has happened to one person.

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