As phenomenon increasing, suspected homosexuals facing prosecution, persecution

BY SANDRA LUM As the phenomenon of homosexuality is increasing in the country, suspected homosexuals are facing prosecution from the government as persecution from their family members and the general public. Many suspected homosexuals have been jailed and others have been physically attacked and persecuted. Some of the incidents have led to the death of the suspects. Most homosexuals in Cameroon believe their lives are constantly in danger as they are continuously being persecuted not only by security operatives but also by the public and sometimes their own family members. The public, including Christians have been staged protests against the…