Gay rights in Djibouti

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[edit] Homosexuality laws

The laws regarding homosexuality in Djibouti are vague and can sometimes be confusing, but it is generally understood that homosexuality is de facto illegal. ^[1]

Most people interperet the Constitution of Djibouti as decriminalizing homosexuality, but the government tends to adhere to Islamic law more than constitutional law, rendering homosexuality illegal.

[edit] Gay life in Djibouti

Because of a largely homophobic Muslim majority, homosexuals are not able to have much in way of a social life. If a gay individual in Djibouti wishes to pursue their orientation, they must do it in secret, to avoid oppression from the government, or people in general. ^[2]

[edit] Notes

1. ^ http://www.unhcr.org/cgi-bin/texis/vtx/rsd/rsddocview.html?tbl=RSDCOI&id=42df60db12
2. ^ http://www.mask.org.za/article.php?cat=djibouti&id=141