Prince Harry finds himself embroiled in controversy once again, with accusations of hypocrisy swirling around him.
The Duke of Sussex has come under scrutiny after condemning the Royal family for what he deemed as 'betraying silence,' yet remaining conspicuously silent himself on a troubling issue.
Recent reports shed light on disturbing claims surrounding the charity African Parks (AP), of which Harry has been actively involved, serving as its president since 2017 and being elevated to the board last year.
According to royal commentator Daniela Elser, Harry's notable silence on the matter has raised eyebrows, especially considering his vocal stance on addressing injustices, particularly those affecting him and his wife, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex.
Elser highlighted a report by the Times, which detailed allegations of abuse perpetrated by AP guards against local communities in Zambia, including the use of brutal methods like 'the Swing' torture technique.
While AP has dismissed the report as biased and flawed, citing the accuser's credibility, the Times asserted that the incidents are not isolated, with numerous accounts of abuse emerging from interviews with victims and alleged perpetrators, including current and former AP staff.
Elser pointed out the stark contrast between Harry's past rhetoric on the importance of speaking out against silence and his current reticence in addressing the troubling claims against a charity he is closely associated with.
She noted that Harry's failure to issue even a brief statement expressing concern over the allegations has led to accusations of hypocrisy, especially considering his previous criticism of the Royal Family's lack of transparency.
In the absence of a response from Harry, questions linger about his commitment to confronting wrongdoing and holding institutions accountable, casting a shadow over his reputation as a vocal advocate for justice and transparency.
