Young Namibian voters push for LGBTQ+ equality

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LGBTQ+ Concerns Overlooked by Namibian Political Parties

Young Namibian voters push for LGBTQ+ equality

As Namibia approaches its presidential and parliamentary elections on November 27, there is growing frustration among young LGBTQ+ voters who feel that their needs are largely ignored by political parties. Activists highlight that, while the country has made some progress on LGBTQ+ issues, conservative resistance remains strong, leaving this community marginalized.

Majority of Voters Are Youth, Yet LGBTQ+ Rights Go Unaddressed

The Namibian electorate includes about 1.5 million registered voters, with a striking 62% born after 1982, according to the Electoral Commission of Namibia. Despite this demographic’s push for economic and social inclusion, including LGBTQ+ rights, few political manifestos have addressed these issues, according to young campaigners.

Full article : https://queervibesmag.com/young-namibian-voters-push-for-lgbtq-equality/

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