Prince Harry resigns from African Parks board as he prepares UK return

Prince Harry announced his resignation from African Parks’ board of directors, ending ten years of affiliation that began with his appointment as president in 2016. The nonprofit, which manages protected areas across the continent, is currently under scrutiny after an internal probe confirmed instances of rangers raping, beating and torturing local people. In a statement, a representative highlighted Harry’s pride in his tenure and his ongoing support for the organization’s mission.

The timing aligns with the Sussex couple’s planned return to the United Kingdom, where their son Archie and daughter Lilibet will attend school. African Parks has expressed regret over the abuses and vowed to overhaul its systems and hold staff accountable where evidence permits. Harry’s exit follows a recent dispute with another charity, Sentebale, which sued him for libel after a regulatory complaint was dismissed.