Preparing the Next Generation
of Global Leaders
For Colleges & Universities
Sign Up Login

LGBTQIA+ Students in Botswana

Posted on October 14, 2020

Abstract

Homosexual behavior is considered an "unnatural tendency" and can be punished with up to seven years of imprisonment. Although homosexual acts remain illegal, prosecution is rare and identifying as LGBTQIA+ is not illegal. Same-sex marriage is not recognized. However, intolerance has increased in the region over the last few years due to the homophobic statements of leaders in neighboring Namibia and Zimbabwe. Botswana's employment laws forbid workplace discrimination basis of a sexual orientation since 2010.

This article requires a subscription to Abroad360. Diversity Abroad partners with hundreds of academic institutions and organizations to give students free access to premium content and learning modules. Sign up using your college or university email to determine if you have access.

Share this article: