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LGBTQ

November 10, 2023

LGBTQ: Transgender people can be baptised as Catholics, become godparents, Vatican declares

Recently, Pope Francis attempted to make the church lenient with its stance on LGBTQ people, making the church more welcoming to them.

TRANSGENDER PEOPLE; POPE IN VATICAN
October 4, 2023

British PM Sunak condemns transgenderism, says ‘man is man, woman is woman’

The prime minister’s statement has sparked reactions with LGBTQ supporters accusing him of spreading hate. 

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and LGBTQ flag
August 10, 2023

World Bank suspends new loans to Uganda over anti-LGBTQ law

President Joe Biden also ordered a review of U.S. aid to Uganda.

Yoweri Museveni
July 25, 2023

Churches task Botswana lawmakers to vote against same-sex relations bill

“I believe that the church might be starting a very dangerous trend by manipulating the legislators and the courts,” said Ms Moruti.

LGBTQ flag
July 9, 2023

Latvia swears in openly gay President Edgars Rinkevics

Although it is primarily a ceremonial office, Latvia’s president has the authority to veto legislation and convene referendums.

Edgars Renkevics (Credit: bne Ingelligencenews)
June 30, 2023

U.S. Supreme Court rules in favour of website designer who refused to work for same-sex couples

However, public commentators have considered this latest decision as a setback to LGBTQ rights across the country.

Lorie Smith (Credit: CNBC)
June 28, 2023

Police detain 113 LGBTQ activists in Turkey

Police have detained about 113 LGBTQ activists creating awareness for the Pride Month parade despite the ban on such gatherings in Turkey.

LGBTQ RALLY IN TURKEY
May 10, 2023

South Africa to unveil national tourism code of conduct

“We want to ensure that our tourism destinations are fully inclusive of everyone, regardless of religion and culture.

Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa
January 6, 2023

Major LGBTQ campaigner found dead in Kenya

Research suggests acceptance of homosexuality is gradually increasing in Kenya, but it remains a taboo subject for many.

Edwin Chiloba
September 22, 2022

Six years after marriage, Justice Ipaye’s daughter claims LGBTQ in Canada; loses custody of three children

Ms Ajayi had prayed the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to grant her sole custody of her three children whom she had taken from Nigeria without the consent of their father.

Olubukola Ajayi and Eyitope Ajayi