Namibia's High Court has invalidated colonial-era laws criminalizing same-sex relationships, a landmark victory celebrated by LGBTQ rights groups and activists. This ruling overturns statutes dating back to 1927, marking a significant step towards equality in southern Africa.
In a landmark decision, Namibia's High Court has invalidated colonial-era laws criminalizing same-sex relationships, striking down statutes dating back to 1927 as unconstitutional.
The ruling, celebrated by LGBTQ rights groups globally, overturns laws inherited post-independence in 1990 from South Africa. Activist Friedel Dausab, whose case prompted the ruling, expressed relief at no longer feeling like a criminal, while UNAIDS hailed it as a victory for human rights and equality.
The decision marks a significant shift in Namibia, fostering hope for a more inclusive future amidst regional challenges to LGBTQ rights in southern Africa.
