Namibia’s LGBTI rights stance sparks global scrutiny and local debate

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Namibia has come under international scrutiny after defending a position that extending specific protections to LGBTI persons with disabilities conflicts with the country’s moral values. The stance has reignited debate over human rights, inclusion and constitutional protections, with critics warning it leaves some of the most vulnerable citizens exposed to discrimination.

To unpack the implications of this position, we speak to Equal Namibia founder Omar van Reenen.