VOICED: South African 'Sexpo' mounts challenge to traditional views

The video discusses Sexpo, Africa's major fair dedicated to sex, highlighting cultural attitudes towards sex in South Africa, where progressive laws coexist with taboos. It explores the impact of these taboos on the fight against AIDS, with one in five South Africans affected. The video also touches on regional developments, such as conservative values in Malawi, and emphasizes the need for education and open discussions to change perceptions and break down barriers.

What is the main purpose of Sexpo in South Africa?

• To promote traditional values

• To encourage polygamy

• To provide entertainment

• To break down barriers around discussing sex

How does the cultural taboo around discussing sex affect South Africa?

• It encourages open discussions

• It promotes healthy relationships

• It negatively affects the fight against AIDS

• It has no impact

What approach does Sexpo use to engage people in discussions about sex?

• Aggressive and confrontational

• Strict and formal

• Interactive and entertaining

• Silent and passive

What recent event in Malawi reflects a conservative stance on LGBTQ+ rights?

• Legalization of gay marriage

• A gay couple sentenced to hard labor

• Introduction of sex education in schools

• A public LGBTQ+ parade

What is a significant challenge for the LGBTQ+ community in South Africa?

• Lack of legal recognition

• Widespread acceptance

• Perception of being unwell

• Abundance of resources