Prince Harry has stepped down from a role that closely tied him to Africa for years. The Duke of Sussex is no longer a member of the board of African Parks, a conservation organization he had been involved with since 2016.
Harry initially supported the organization’s work in Malawi before becoming its president and later joining its Board of Directors in 2023. His departure comes at a sensitive time, as African Parks has faced intense scrutiny over allegations of serious human rights abuses involving Indigenous people.
Prince Harry Steps Down From His Role at African Parks
According to a spokesperson for the 41-year-old, Harry looks back on his decade with African Parks with pride and supports the organization’s efforts to strengthen its board.
“The Duke is proud of his 10 years with African Parks and fully supports the ongoing strengthening of its board,” the spokesperson told People.
Allegations Against Rangers Have Cast a Shadow Over the Organization
Harry’s departure comes after a controversy that has placed African Parks under scrutiny. Following an independent investigation, the organization acknowledged that human rights violations had occurred in isolated cases.
African Parks said it deeply regretted the suffering experienced by those affected and acknowledged shortcomings in its internal procedures. The organization has said it is taking steps to address those issues and strengthen its safeguards.
Harry’s Departure Comes as He Prepares for a UK Move
The change also comes at a significant moment in Harry’s personal life. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to spend an extended period in the United Kingdom with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who are expected to attend school there.
King Charles is reportedly aware of the plans and has welcomed the opportunity to spend more time with his grandchildren in a private setting.
For Harry, the timing marks a period of significant change—professionally, personally, and in the way he engages with public life.
