US gay rights activist lauds Botswana

This was after his interaction with government officials and the civil society. Speaking to the media on Friday, Berry, who has since visited 35 countries since his appointment, said the special envoy does not push governments to legalise same sex marriages, but rather advocates against discrimination and violence on LGBTI.

“It is a difficult issue to discuss, but once engagements begin, you realise it is nothing to be afraid of. It is a reality. We have these people and it is not their choice, so conversations are very helpful,” he said.