LGBT

Ethiopian Catholic Church Rejects Pope Francis’s Stance on Same-Sex Marriage

Ethiopian Catholic Church Rejects Pope Francis’s Stance on Same-Sex Marriage

The Ethiopian Catholic Church has firmly declared its stance against the approval of same-sex marriage and the blessing of such unions. This response comes in the wake of Pope Francis granting permission for priests to bless same-sex couples, a decision that has sparked reactions globally, including in Ethiopia. Pope Francis, through the Roman Catholic Church, granted priests the authority to give blessings to same-sex couples, albeit under specific circumstances considered "unusual" by church authorities. However, the Vatican clarified that such blessings are not part of the standard ceremonies conducted by the Church, emphasizing that marriage, in its traditional understanding, remains…
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Police shuts down LGBT centered pubs in Addis Ababa

Police shuts down LGBT centered pubs in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa Police has announced that, it has taken action against institutions where homosexual activities are carried out in the city. The commission explained that, police shut down LGBT community centered hotels, bars and restaurants in collaboration with the Addis Ababa Culture and Tourism Office. According to police, cimes were committed in same-sex entertainment centers that deviated from the country's existing culture, tradition, lifestyle and religion. The police also announced that, they have received suggestions from the public about hotels, restaurants, pensions and similar entertainment facilities that carry out homosexual activities. Addis Ababa Peace and Security Administration Office added that,…
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