Prince Harry is reportedly facing growing pressure to step away from the board of conservation organisation African Parks as scrutiny intensifies over allegations linked to the charity’s operations in Central Africa.
The Duke of Sussex, who has been associated with African Parks for nearly a decade, has recently come under renewed criticism following accusations that rangers connected to the organisation committed serious human rights abuses against indigenous communities in the Republic of the Congo.
Human rights group Survival International has publicly urged Harry to resign from the charity’s leadership, arguing that the organisation has failed to fully address concerns raised by local Baka communities living near Odzala-Kokoua National Park. The group claims incidents of violence and intimidation linked to park rangers have continued despite previous investigations and reform pledges.
African Parks previously acknowledged that abuses had occurred after an independent review was conducted in 2025. The conservation group said it had introduced new safeguards, expanded oversight mechanisms and partnered with rights organisations to improve accountability in the region.
Prince Harry joined African Parks in 2016 and later served as president of the organisation before becoming a member of its board of directors in 2023. The charity manages protected wildlife areas across several African countries in partnership with local governments.
The controversy has placed additional pressure on Harry, who has already faced turbulence surrounding other charitable ventures in recent years. Critics say his continued association with African Parks risks damaging both his public image and advocacy work.
Neither Prince Harry nor his representatives have publicly confirmed reports suggesting he may step down from the board. However, the growing backlash has intensified debate around accountability within major international conservation groups.