Controversial tweet by Shadaya: No to U.S. gay rights advocates, yes to Uganda's anti-LGBTQ lawImage Credit-iHarare & Shadaya Twitter Handle

Controversial tweet by Shadaya: No to U.S. gay rights advocates, yes to Uganda’s anti-LGBTQ law

Shadaya, a self-proclaimed Alpha male, tweeted his opinion on U.S. Gay Rights. Many Zimbabweans have expressed their disagreement with the U.S. Embassy’s tweet in support of gay rights and sided with Shadaya .

Shadaya voices support for Uganda’s law against homosexuality

He stated that he supports Uganda’s tough anti-LGBTQ law. Shadaya went on to say that seeing what’s happening in the West, he can only appreciate the boldness of Uganda’s dictator President Yoweri Museveni. He tweeted:

“As an African, seeing what’s happening in the West, you can only appreciate the boldness of President Yoweri Museveni”

Shadaya’s opinion on African Values

Shadaya believes that Africa has its own values, morals, traditions, beliefs, and norms and that the West should not impose its values on Africans. 

“We are Africans, inclined to our values, morals, traditions, beliefs & norms. The West shouldn’t define & impose their identity on us. Proudly African”, he stated

Mixed Reactions to Shadaya’s Tweet

Shadaya’s tweet sparked mixed reactions from Zimbabweans. Some agreed with him and expressed their support for African values and traditions.  However, some disagreed with Shadaya and accused him of being misinformed and seeking attention.

Shadaya’s Support for Uganda’s Tough Anti-LGBTQ Law

Shadaya’s tweet expressing support for Uganda’s tough anti-LGBTQ law has generated controversy. The law includes the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality” and a 20-year sentence for “promoting” homosexuality. Some Zimbabweans believe that such laws are necessary to protect African values and traditions. However, others argue that such laws are discriminatory and violate human rights. 

Conclusion

Shadaya’s tweet expressing support for Uganda’s tough anti-LGBTQ law has stirred controversy among Zimbabweans. While some support his stance, others disagree and criticize him for being misinformed. The debate raises important questions about the clash between African values and Western values and the role of the West in imposing its values on Africa.