Yaounde - Post Report Question and Answers
Is this a good city for LGBT expatriates? Why or why not?
No. Being gay is illegal here. - Feb 2022
It could be difficult for LGBTQI folks here as there is a lot of stigma, and sometimes violence and arrests against locals who are perceived to be gay. For LGBTQI teens, I would note that there is probably stigma in the schools. I was told by a teacher that LGBTQI issues need to be discussed with caution as homosexuality is still thought of as wrong in the homes of some local students. - Jan 2020
There are some that do not seem to have major issues, although it is not common, at least openly, among locals. - Apr 2017
No, LGBT is illegal in Cameroon. - Apr 2014
I would avoid living here if I were gay or lesbian because it's against the law in Cameroon. Society is pretty harshly against it. - Jan 2014
NO. The people here are VERY homophobic. - May 2012
Homosexuality is illegal here, and results in prison. Don't even think of acting in a manner that can be interpreted as homosexual. Sorry. - Sep 2011
There is a small underground gay scene, but there are much better places in the world to go if you are gay. - Jan 2010
This is not really socially acceptable here. On the other hand, polygamy is very common. - Nov 2008
Technically homosexuality is against the law - so there is certainly a stigma to consider, but there is a community. - Sep 2008
Yes, in fact couples seem to do well here and have made a super contribution to post. Cameroonians, however, frown upon gay relationships. - Jun 2008
There were several gay expats in the country, but it is difficult due to the fact that homosexuality is illegal in Cameroon. Entrapment situations happen regularly for gay single males, but not gay couples of are not romantically involved with locals. - Jun 2008
