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Watch anywhereTwo lifelong friends, Riitta and Kata, face devastating allegations that threaten their work in sexual health and gender equality education in Uganda, where tolerance collides with politics and fear.
AWARDS: Audience Award. DocPoint Helsinki / Best Film. Margaret Mead Film & Video Festival/ Jury Prize. Brazil Cinefest / Jury Prize. Santo Domingo OutFest
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Leaving Africa - Friendship and courage under fire in Uganda
For 27 years, Riitta has called Uganda home, building a life and a purpose alongside her closest friend Kata. Together, they’ve worked to empower communities through education on sexual health and gender equality.
But when an anonymous letter accuses them of promoting homosexuality to children, their world unravels. The case reflects broader global debates about LGBTQ+ rights, colonial legacies, and the delicate balance between activism and state power.
At a time when questions of identity and equality are increasingly politicized worldwide, their struggle highlights both the resilience of friendship and the vulnerability of those who dare to challenge entrenched norms.
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