Congolese government cautions media not to promote LGBTQ-specific content
The Superior Council for Audiovisual and Communication, Media Regulatory Authority in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has cautioned the media to desist from what it describes as the promotion of LGBTQ and intersex content.
According to CSAC RDC, any media outlet or member of the media that promotes LGBTQ and intersex content will be subject of heavy penalties. “All media that serve as a stepping stone to the shameful campaign of homosexuality and lesbianism exposes themselves to heavy penalties,” said the CSAC RDC.
The media regulatory body’s statement comes after last Wednesday’s distribution of gift bags in the colors of the Pride flag after DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi ended.
Some local residents participated in sporadic protests that demanded the removal of the gift bags, saying they were promoting homosexuality.
