Tag: lgbtq rights in africa

African Visual Artists Continue to Champion Queer Representation Amidst Repression

Despite oppressive policies in countries like Nigeria and Uganda, queer Africans continue to assert their humanity.

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June 28, 2024

Five North African LGBTQ+ Artists You Should Know

From Morocco to Sudan, LGBTQ+ artists and activists are teaching the region about meaningful solidarity and highlighting how tolerance for all improves life for all.

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June 26, 2024

Bobrisky’s Prison Sentence: A Ploy for Queer Erasure?

Nigeria recently convicted a social media personality and transgender woman for “naira mutilation.” OkayAfrica speaks to some lawyers and feminist activists to understand the reason for this harsh sentence and if something else might be afoot.

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April 22, 2024

Why Ghana’s President is Delaying Decision on Anti-LGBTQ Bill

The passing of the controversial Bill, which imposes prison sentences of up to three years for LGBTQ+ people, and up to five years for forming or funding pro LGBTQ+ groups, is being challenged in the West African country’s Supreme Court.

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March 5, 2024

Tunisia’s LGBTQ+ and Nightlife Communities are Preparing for a Conservative Crackdown

This month, Tunisian activist and drag queen Khookha McQueer’s show was canceled amidst crackdowns and arrests of queer people, sex workers, and ravers.

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February 29, 2024

Daniel Orubo Celebrates Queer Joy in Nigeria With New 'Feel Good' Anthology

The Nigerian producer createdFeel Goodas part of his drive to promote stories that uplift and inspire the queer community in his home country.

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February 14, 2024