Thirty African countries have laws against homosexuality, but debate still rages over whether homophobia is endemic to Africa or a European import. “Leftover colonial laws” against queerness are only partially responsible, said Wunpini Fatimata Mohammed, a professor of journalism and mass communications at the University of Georgia and author of the article, “Deconstructing homosexuality in Ghana.” In societies that were already homophobic before colonization, said Dr Mohammed, “these colonial laws worked in tandem with homophobic societal norms.” American evangelicals also contribute to anti-queerness in Africa.
“We demand that the Congressional Black Caucus take a public stand in opposition to AFRICOM.”
“Kabila was always just a creature of the foreign powers underneath him.”
“Hill was not aggressive, threatening, or hit anyone.”
“US sanctions have had the effect of causing the people to blame the United States and unify around Maduro and the current government.”
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