Africa breaks silence on gays

Members of LEGABIBO during a recent court case
Members of LEGABIBO during a recent court case

After a long silence on the topical subject of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, African states have finally expressed disgust and intolerance on the West’s obsession with LGBT community rights.

African nations have colluded to suspend the work of the first United Nations  (UN) independent expert charged with investigating violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

The expert, appointed in September, was to carry out country visits, take up individual allegations with governments and work to support and protect gay rights defenders.

Editor's Comment
Prosecutors deserve better

These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...

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