Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Faces Unexpected Challenge Before High-Profile Tour

Timing Is Everything: Harry and Meghan Face Staff Shake-Up Ahead of Colombia Trip

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are dealing with yet another staffing issue and the timing is particularly problematic as their tour of Colombia is about to begin.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s newly appointed chief of staff, Josh Kettler, has stepped down from his position, a move that has left many questioning the stability of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s team.

Kettler, who joined the Sussexes' team earlier this year with high expectations, had been anticipated to play a crucial role during their upcoming tour of Colombia.

The timing of Kettler's departure is particularly notable as it coincides with the Duke and Duchess' imminent 'quasi-royal tour' of Colombia, set to begin this week.

The tour, which includes visits to Bogota, Cartagena, and Cali, is expected to highlight various cultural and social initiatives in Colombia, as described by Colombian Vice-President Francia Marquez.

Kettler's absence during this critical period underscores ongoing challenges within the Sussexes’ staff.

Kettler, was seen as a promising addition to the Sussexes’ team. His short tenure, however, is part of a larger pattern of high staff turnover that has plagued the Duke and Duchess since they relocated to California in 2020.

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Reports made by Daily Mail indicate that the couple has seen at least 18 staff departures since their marriage in 2018, with a notable number occurring post-move.

The reasons behind Kettler’s abrupt resignation remain unclear, though it adds to the narrative of instability surrounding the Sussexes’ professional endeavors.

Additionally, Meghan Markle’s struggle to find a CEO for her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, despite interviewing multiple candidates, further highlights the ongoing challenges the couple faces in building and maintaining a cohesive team.

As Prince Harry and Meghan prepare for their tour, which will also involve engaging with various community leaders and cultural figures in Colombia, the question remains: How will this latest shake-up affect their public and professional commitments?