AIDS fighter Paul Kasonkomona can finally rest easy, more than two years after the government of Zambia arrested him for publicly suggesting repeal of the nation’s anti-gay law. He was acquitted last year of the charge that his televised comment should be punished as “soliciting for immoral purposes.” The government appealed the acquittal, but today … Continue reading
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5 months in Zambian jail as gay trial falters; no eyewitnesses
Observers in Zambia supplied this information about the ongoing trial of Philip Mubiana and James Mwape, who could face up to 14 years in prison on charges of homosexual activity: The clock keeps ticking in the homosexuality trial of James Mwape and Philip Mubiana in Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia. They’re heading toward five months in jail without … Continue reading
4th month in jail for gay couple facing Zambia trial delays
Activists in Zambia supplied this information about the ongoing trial of Philip Mubiana and James Mwape, who could face up to 14 years in prison on charges of homosexual activity: The homosexuality trial of Philip Mubiana and James Mwape in Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia, has been delayed again. The judge, Kabwe Principal Resident Magistrate John Mbuzi, … Continue reading
Zambia: Sister and police testify against gay pair
Witnesses against two men on trial in Zambia for homosexuality testified this week about the circumstances of their arrest and their interview by police, but gave no direct testimony about the sexual relations they are charged with. James Mwape, 21, and Philip Mubiana, also 21, of rural Kapiri Mposhi are charged with “carnal knowledge of … Continue reading
On the scene in Zambian courtroom in anti-gay case
CORRECTION: The judge in a case against two rural Zambian men accused of homosexual behavior DID NOT ORDER ordered the public out of the courtroom yesterday (June 10), saying that he wanted to spare people from hearing vulgar language. The judge later warned the Times of Zambia reporter not to print incorrect information in the … Continue reading
