Podcast HackBeing Gay in AfricaBy The Documentary Podcast, BBC World Service, James Reynolds
In a Nutshell
In this April 2023 episode of the BBC's The Documentary Podcast, journalist and host James Reynolds explores discrimination in various African countries through the lens of queer and transgender Africans.
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LGBTQ communities across the continent say that they are facing increasing intimidation and violence. Despite their fears, some gay, lesbian, and transgender people have been willing to join our discussion about their experiences.
James Reynolds
Introduction
Same-sex relationships are criminalized in over 30 African nations. In early 2023, Uganda enacted new, harsher laws – with penalties including the death sentence – for same-sex behaviors.
How has this recent anti-queer legislation and violence affected queer and transgender communities on the African continent?
This April 2023 episode of the BBC's The Documentary Podcast highlights the experiences of queer, transgender, and nonbinary Africans living in Africa and abroad.
Journalist and BBC presenter James Reynolds investigates global issues, shares local perspectives, and interviews LGBTQ+ Africans to hear their stories.
Some interviewees spoke anonymously or used pseudonyms to help protect them from legal issues or violence.
Here are the 3 key insights from this Hack
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