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Burundi: President Ndayishimiye sparks global outrage as he calls for stoning of gay couples 

Mourice Muhoozi by Mourice Muhoozi
2 years ago
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In a shockingly incendiary address, Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye ignited a worldwide firestorm by advocating for the stoning of gay couples, branding same-sex marriage as an “abominable practice” grounded in his staunch conservative Christian beliefs.

His virulent tirade, a testament to the nation’s deeply ingrained conservative Christian values, emphasized the need for extreme measures against individuals in same-sex relationships. 

Earning notoriety for his earlier decree to “banish” homosexuals and ostracize them from society, Ndayishimiye defiantly rejected aid from Western nations supporting LGBTQ+ rights, urging adherents of such beliefs to stay beyond Burundi’s borders.

This fervent stance on LGBTQ+ issues aligns with Burundi’s legal framework, where same-sex relations are punishable by imprisonment.

 The President’s bold proclamation reverberated amid the global discourse on LGBTQ+ rights, spurred in part by Pope Francis’ recent acknowledgment regarding the blessing of homosexual couples.

The Pope’s symbolic yet nuanced declaration marked a notable shift within the Catholic Church’s stance, albeit maintaining a clear distinction between homosexual and heterosexual marriages. 

The Vatican’s doctrine underscored the acceptance but not the full endorsement of same-sex unions within the Catholic faith.

However, implementing these doctrinal shifts globally faces formidable hurdles. Despite the Vatican’s guidance, the widespread adoption and enforcement of these changes across all Catholic communities remain a formidable challenge.

Across Africa, resistance to these progressive steps within the Church has been evident. Cameroonian bishops issued a resounding rejection, explicitly forbidding any blessings for homosexual couples.

Similarly, Togo signaled a cautious openness to individuals in same-sex relationships while urging restraint among priests in offering blessings to such couples.

This tension mirrors the ongoing struggle within the Catholic Church, highlighting the complex balancing act between evolving global doctrine and the autonomy of individual religious communities. 

In regions like Africa, deeply rooted in conservative traditions, this conflict further amplifies, underscoring the intricate dynamics surrounding LGBTQ+ issues within the Church’s framework.

In Uganda, the signing of the Anti-Homosexuality Bill into law by President Yoweri Museveni on May 30th, 2023 which was backed by Church, triggered widespread condemnation, particularly from Western nations and the United States.

 Lawmakers across these regions labeled the legislation as “horrific” and a blatant violation of fundamental human rights and freedoms.


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