We all agree that Coming to
terms with people’s sexuality is not an easy process even for Celebrities like
Dikteta Mark alias Kiyimba Mark Robert who was a well-respected Journalist at
the Mengo based CBS FM who had to battle Anxiety, self-doubt,
and fear for social rejection According to his Tweets.
The emotional turmoil
experienced during this period highlights the pressure society places on
individuals like him to conform to societal norms, has forced a lot of Ugandans
to run to safety in the wake of the recently enacted anti LGBTQ Law which
was signed by the President in May 2023 and is now regarded as the World's
toughest anti LGBTQ Law Ugandans are now looking for countries and atmospheres
with an understanding and empathy for the queer community.
Information reaching our desk
is now Dikteta Mark is not afraid to come out openly as gay according to the
recent pride walks where he was seen waving the Rainbow Flag and seemed to
enjoy whatever he was doing, many took to social Media to bash him and calling
for his banishment from Uganda for good.
It
should be remembered that people like Dikteta Mark if;
1. Convicted
of Homosexuality, the Punishment is Death.
2. If
caught promoting Homosexuality, the penalty is imprisonment for 20yrs
3. Aggravated
Homosexuality, the punishment is imprisonment for 14 yrs
4. Landlords
providing Housing to queer folks, Imprisonment for 10 yrs
5. Children
found guilty of Homosexuality, imprisonment for 3 years
6. Media
Houses/individuals that Publish Material or Information meant to promote or aid
Homosexuality, face a Fine of 1Billion UGX or revocation of License for 10
years etc. Well good luck to you Dikteta Mark as its evident you embarked on a
Journey of no return to Uganda unless otherwise.
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