ZAMBIA: LGBTQ Promotion Events Worry Archbishop of Lusaka
Mwenya Mukuka
Lusaka Archbishop Dr. Alick Banda is concenred at the increased number of events promoting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) are alarming adding that if nothing is done to raise awareness among people, LGBTQ will become an acceptable norm in Zambia.
Archbishop Banda said it is necessary to act against the proliferation of LGBTQ and other vices which are averse and seem to be on the increase corroding the fabric of society.
“In the last 12 months, we have witnessed an increase in the number of incidents and events that promote LGBTQ tendencies contrary to the Laws of Zambia and our Zambian culture. Additionally, there has been an increase in the number of incidents of sodomy where boys and men are raped by fellow boys and men with impunity,” he said.
Most Rev. Banda highlighted some events which seem to promote LGBTQ events such as the displaying of gay pride flags at a named embassy in Lusaka recently.
He also noted the hosting of an event dubbed Lusaka July (A celebrity gathering ) where pictures and videos emerged showing attendants double dressing in attires of the opposite sex and appearing to promote LGBTQ behavior.
“We have witnessed several cases of sodomy and homosexuality on the increase in our society much to the displeasure and disapproval of the general public. Unfortunately, the law enforcement agents and the President who took oath to protect the Constitution seem to be paying a blind eye. The question that begs an answer is, is it by design or by default,” he said.
The archbishop said the Archdiocese of Lusaka, through its Directorate of Integral Human Development, is embarking on raising awareness against the offensive trends which seem to be on the increase in society.
“To this effect, ADL-IHD will communicate an action plan in the next couple of days, spelling out the way forward. In the meantime, we are inviting all our faithful to pray and fast against all these vices that seem to be accepted by the authorities that be,” he said.
