Why are Ghanaians shocked that there are LGBT people in the country?
QuestionThis comment right here answers OP's question. It's not that common? Really? And you would know this how? You are in the minds of all Ghanaian boys who were in boarding school? You are absolutely no authority on the topic, and by definition, no one can be an authority on the topic because it is a taboo topic and so there is a huge disincentive for people to tell the truth (or even freely discuss this) and that poses a challenge for anyone trying to validate the facts. I for one had such an experience in boarding school. I have never admitted that to anyone IRL and I will most likely take it to my grave because in this society that we have inherited, people have to either hide or face potentially fatal consequences.
Except I am a public health person in the healthcare system and we have the numbers. Numbers might be higher but it is highly exaggerated. 2. I was in an all boys college. 3. I was tagged as gay back in SHS because I was very open minded about the concept of sex( I still am) . And i had gay friends. In fact I was always in the company of my gay friends. I might have a big idea what I’m saying.
As at now I’m still invited to LGB themed hangouts and attend soirées. I know what I’m saying. Many people do explore sexually in ShS but it’s not as prevalent as is communicated outside
I’m quite effeminate and it’s why many people tag me as gay.
Sometimes I even think I’m gay😂 but that’s a whole different topic.
Edit: For some context 1% of Ghanas population is more than 350000 individuals so yes the number is quite there might even be in the millions but it is still very minute in the grand scheme of things
Does being gay has anything to do with your area code?
Nope but the whole conversation is situated in Ghana. So in this instance area code does matter