In theory, SA is paradise for LGBTI people, says a global report, adding that in practice the picture is far less rosy.South African legislation has scored top marks in a global report about fighting homophobia.
At the same time, “SA’s high rates of rape and homophobic crime, perpetrated disproportionately against lesbians of colour in poorer townships, demonstrate that robust legislation does not necessarily translate to societal acceptance”. At least 32 UN member states have provisions that limit freedom of expression, including propaganda laws that prohibit the promotion of homosexuality or “non-traditional” sexual relations.Forty-one states prevent NGOs working on sexual-orientation issues being registered, putting human rights defenders in greater danger.
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