Monica Tabengwa

About damn time too, the Court struck them down more than 5yrs ago!!

𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐌𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐁𝐘 𝐃𝐏𝐏 𝐖𝐇𝐈𝐂𝐇 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐋 𝐎𝐅 𝐃𝐄𝐅𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 & 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐎𝐑-𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒 The directive reaffirms such offences as serious crimes that demand full judicial scrutiny & due process.

#HIV prevention works—but funding cuts are putting progress at risk. In a new blog, Alim Atarud examines why community-led advocacy & sustained financing are essential—& introduces @UNDP’s new Power of Prevention project, supported by the @gatesfoundation. undp.org/africa/blog/po…

Extremely important to read between the lines, colonialism comes in different shapes & forms, usually hidden behind smart language, posing as aide! We are vulnerable & desperate right now to easily susceptible

In 2019, Botswana made history by decriminalising consensual same-sex relationships. But six years later, has the law change translated into real safety and dignity for LGBTIQ+ people? Decriminalisation was a milestone, not the finish line. 🌈✊ Read more: genderlinks.org.za/knowledge-hub/…

📸Moments from the launch of Uncelebrated Victories at #ICASA2025. Developed by @UNDP’s #WeBelongAfrica and @AfricaSexWork, the report shines a light on sex worker-led decriminalization efforts driving real change across Africa. Read the report: undp.org/africa/publica…

In #Botswana these are the laws one can use to counter hate speech! @legabiboadvo @blackqueerdocx #KnowYourRights see more: youtu.be/DUXx7M21muk

Across Africa, courageous leaders and bold partnerships are driving change for #LGBTI+ people and young key populations. Our new booklet celebrates progress in the fight for health, rights & dignity. undp.org/africa/publica… #SRHR #HealthForAll

Human rights are non-negotiable and essential to public health. For #HumanRightsDay, @UNDP's @jeffomalley shares how #WeBelongAfrica is helping advance human rights, strengthen public health & build more accountable & inclusive institutions across Africa. undp.org/africa/blog/ad…

Sex characteristics can include sexual anatomy, reproductive organs, hormonal patterns and/or chromosomal patterns. The upper estimate of the global intersex population is bigger than the population of Mexico! #IntersexAwareness

Wise words from @XOXYKZ ! #IntersexAwareness #intersex

@richardlusimbo Wow Akudu, where is my dress -loin cloth? 😃 👏🏾 👏🏾

I was in Nigeria recently for African Pride Accelerated #APA2025, and I returned with a special gift ❤️, the Continental Solidarity Award, presented by the Women’s Health and Equal Rights Initiative (WHER). This recognition is special to me because it was more than an award. It reaffirmed that cross-border collaboration and solidarity remain central to all African communities' fight for equality, dignity, and health. APA 2025 was a powerful reminder that despite shrinking resources, our movements are sustained by resilience, community care, and joy. From intergenerational dialogues to spontaneous acts of solidarity, this convening embodied building together across nations, struggles, and identities. I deeply appreciate @AkudoOguaghamba and #WHER Nigeria for hosting this transformative space and to all the partners and communities whose unwavering commitment continues to fuel Africa’s equality movement. We will always rise stronger, connected, and unafraid. #APA2025 #SolidarityInAction #QueerJoy #PanAfricanUnity #Leadership #HumanRights

SALC and @ICJKenya are hosting an empowering session on strengthening SRHR and human rights protections for key populations in #Kenya. Register here: tinyurl.com/2tj4xp6y

Happy Independence Day Today, we celebrate 59 years of independence — a journey built on unity, humility, self-reliance, and democracy. Here’s to a brighter future, together as one people, one nation. #BW59 #BotswanaWaRonaBoipusoJwaRona #IndependenceDay

Across Africa, #intersex persons face harmful medical practices, discrimination and exclusion. This video captures powerful moments from the recent African Intersex Community Consultation, where activists and allies came together to build a shared agenda for change.

In Eswatini, stories of courage & change: Sipho – intersex teacher turned advocate Musa – young gay man building peer networks Nomvula – MP championing inclusive policies Read more: undp.org/africa/publica… #WeBelongAfrica

In Côte d’Ivoire, Brandon Die Delvac turned stigma into strength—meeting MPs, engaging the Human Rights Council & pushing for intersex rights. Read more: undp.org/africa/publica… #WeBelongAfrica

In 65 countries, same-sex intimacy is still a crime. These laws mean that LGBT people are arrested, harassed, stigmatised and silenced – simply for being who they are. This #Pride, your support is more critical than ever. Together, we can keep the arc of history bending toward justice. Every donation this June will be matched – up to £40,000. That means your £25 becomes £50. Your £100 becomes £200. humandignitytrust.org/donate/ #PowerUpPride

We champion equality, dignity, and the right for all people to live freely and authentically. We stand with #LGBTIQ+ communities—today and every day. Happy #PrideMonth #Pride