Table 3.
The prevalence of human rights abuses among MSM in Lesotho
| Characteristic | Proportion (n) | |
|---|---|---|
| Have ever been raped | 9.8% (22/225) | |
| As a result of sexual orientation or practice, in last 3 years: | Lost employment | 4.8% (10/208) |
| Afraid to seek healthcare services | 22.2% (49/221) | |
| Denied healthcare services | 3.2% (7/218) | |
| Felt healthcare workers unable to meet unique needs | 17.7% (38/215) | |
| Heard healthcare workers gossiping | 16.1% (35/217) | |
| Felt legal or police discrimination | 16.4% (36/219) | |
| Been verbally or physically harassed | 59.8% (140/234) | |
| Blackmailed | 21.3% (47/221) | |
| Beaten up | 18.9% (43/228) | |
| "Yes" to any of the above human rights abuses related to sexuality | 76.2% (170/223) | |