Rita Nketiah, a Ghanaian-Canadian gender equity consultant, Zetu Matabeni, a filmmaker and professor in queer studies, and Leila Lariba, the director of One Love Sisters, discuss the complex landscape of LGBTQ rights in Africa. They dive into the impact of American evangelical funding on anti-LGBTQ laws, highlighting the dangers faced by activists. The conversation addresses colonial legacies that shape modern attitudes towards gender and sexuality, and the crucial need for local advocacy while navigating external influences. Hope shines through as they envision a more inclusive future.
