Straight South African beaten for helping gay community
A straight man in KwaMashu, South Africa, was stabbed and assaulted for the work he has done with the gay community. Celokuhle Myeni has worked with the Lesbian and Gay Community Centre, organizing educational campaigns; one of his role models is AIDS Activist Zackie Achmat. Myeni alleges that a man came up to him while drinking with friends and insulted him for working with the gay community. When he tried to protest, the man pulled a knife, ripped off his shoes and pants, and stabbed him. The police are investigating the assault, and the gay community hopes the government will take a clear stand to prevent discrimination.
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