Photos of the signs written 'LGBTI not welcome at La Gardi catering plastics, save our children' caused a stir on social media as angered communities reacted to the message that was a violation of the Equality Act.The SA Human Rights Commission has opened an investigation into the matter of a shop owner in Gqeberha who has placed a sign outside his business, saying that LGBTQI people are not welcome.
“The SAHRC has noted from media reports allegations of what seems to be discriminatory conduct against the LGBTIQ community by a business owner in Gqeberha. Our office has opened an own accord investigation into this matter and will follow our internal processes to determine a way forward in this regard.”
Meanwhile, the Commission for Gender Equality says it is not aware of this incident. Its Eastern Cape office has received no complaint about this matter and cannot comment further.