LGBTQ Etiquette in Lesotho

Public displays of LGBTQ affection are generally best kept very discreet in Lesotho, especially outside the capital, because many people hold conservative social and religious views and open discussion of sexuality can draw unwanted attention. Same-sex relationships are not widely normalized in everyday life, though urban spaces in Maseru are usually more tolerant than rural areas and a low-key, private approach is the safest norm.