Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:03pm on 21 Jun 2024,Friday International
In a groundbreaking decision, Namibia's high court declared the colonial-era laws criminalizing consensual same-sex acts between men unconstitutional. The ruling, hailed as a landmark victory for LGBTQ rights, follows a case brought by activist Friedel Dausab with the Human Dignity Trust's support. This decision signals significant progress, reducing fears of arrest and discrimination within Namibia's LGBTQ community. Rights campaigners believe it will inspire similar decriminalization efforts across Africa.
