When will being queer not be queer?
Friday, February 19, 2021
Living free: Keletso says he allows himself to grow into his own identity
People should know who they are and they should have the freedom to express their sexual preferences without shame or doubt.
Sexuality is a major part of identity and the decriminalisation of same-sex relations in 2019 played a major role in ensuring that members of the LGBTQI+ community are free in expressing their sexuality. It allowed them to be free in celebrating days like Valentine’s openly with their partners even though some Batswana never shy away from showing how strongly they are against homosexuality.
Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...