The US Christian-right's involvement in West Africa's new laws
A wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation is sweeping across many African nations as lawmakers push a ‘pro-family’ agenda. But there’s evidence that the policies are not
A wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation is sweeping across many African nations as lawmakers push a ‘pro-family’ agenda. But there’s evidence that the policies are not entirely homegrown. Author and researcher Haley McEwen says US Christian groups have been pumping millions of dollars into efforts to influence LGBTQ and reproductive laws in Africa.
Chapters 00:02 How are US Christians meddling in African LGTBQ and reproduction laws – and why? 03:06 Many African countries have adopted tough anti-LGBTQ legislation 04:18 What’s colonialism got to do with African family values?
05:57 Why do US Christian groups care how Africans live their lives? 07:34 South Africa targeted by “pro-family” lobby groups For more news go to
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