In Uganda, the 5th annual gay pride parade was scheduled to take place Saturday. However, police intervention quickly broke up the celebration before the march got underway. After a second failed attempt at holding a pride parade this year, many feel the move signals a crackdown on LGBT spaces in Uganda.
Ugandan Police Break Up Annual LGBT Parade
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Although police were present, they chose to patrol, rather than interact, with those protesting their treatment. (L. Paulat/VOA)
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LGBT Ugandans shouted at police, asking them repeatedly where they were taking them and why they were being forced into a convoy. (L. Paulat/VOA)
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After stopping on the side of the road, LGBT Ugandans emerged from the buses demanding answers from the police. (L. Paulat/VOA)
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Activist Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera sat quietly with her dog, refusing to leave, as police made preparations to tow her vehicle. (L. Paulat/VOA)