Kenyan MPs Furious Over Supreme Court’s Decision to Register LGBTQ+ Associations

Members of Parliament in Kenya have expressed their anger and opposition to a Supreme Court decision that allows the registration of LGBTQ+ associations in the country.

Lawmakers from both political factions used harsh vocabulary and accused the judges of being influenced by Western countries to destroy the morals of the country. Some even threatened to push for the disbandment of the apex court if the judges failed to review their judgement. The MPs argued that the constitution forbids the practices and associations of the LGBTQ+ community, and therefore, they cannot stand against the morals of the people of Kenya. They further accused the West of using their financial muscles as bait to lure Kenya into legalizing the LGBTQ+ community.

The MPs’ statements were made during a debate over the recent Supreme Court ruling okaying the registration of LGBTQ+ associations, where lawmakers said there was a need to stand firm against Western culture. National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah praised Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni for his stand against LGBTQ+ practices in the neighbouring country.

On his part, Tharaka MP George Murugara wondered why the judges allowed the registration of LGBTQ+ associations when the constitution forbids such practices. Meanwhile, Mavoko MP Patrick Makau asked President William Ruto to direct the Attorney General to appeal the judgment.

The MPs’ views have been met with mixed reactions, with some people condemning their statements as backward and hateful. At the same time, others have expressed their support for the MPs and praised them for upholding the morals and beliefs of the Kenyan people.

In a related development, Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) boss Francis Atwoli condemned attempts to promote LGBTQ+ rights in Kenya. During a funeral in Kakamega county, he said there was no way the Kenyan courts could allow same-sex marriage. He observed that while out of the country attending international meetings in the West, the African delegation usually challenges them and carries the day whenever some white people bring up the topic.

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