Cameroonian President's Daughter Comes Out as Lesbian
Brenda Biya Hopes to Inspire Others, Change Laws
Brenda Biya, the daughter of Cameroonian President Paul Biya, has come out as a lesbian in an interview with the French publication Le Parisien. Biya said she hopes that by coming out, she can help change laws that ban homosexuality in Cameroon and inspire others who are in similar situations.
Biya's Coming Out Sparks Mixed Reactions
Biya's coming out has sparked mixed reactions in Cameroon, where homosexuality is illegal and punishable by up to five years in prison. Some people have praised Biya for her courage, while others have condemned her for violating cultural norms.
Biya Risks Confronting Her Father
For Alice Nkom, a Cameroonian lawyer specializing in the defense of LGBTQ people, Biya's coming out is a risky move. Nkom said that Biya is taking a chance by confronting her father, who is known for his conservative views on homosexuality.
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