hm, I rarely post here because there is so much BS. And this story seems to be, too, which really is sad. It makes me angry to read about those stereotypes. First of all, real **** is, as most experts say, not about sex but about power. It happens in all societies, countries and among all races.
But that is not why I am angry. I am angry at the strange depiction of Africa. It seems either some romanticize it here, or vilify it. Both groups probably have never been there.
Yes, there are some very dangerous places in Africa, places that are very dangerous to the Africans themselves and even more to foreigners who don't know what they are facing. South Africa has a very high violent crime rate, so has Nigeria and Kenya. And don't even start talking about Darfur. Or Rwanda. Or Congo.
But, Mexico also has such a high crime rate. Or Washington DC. In all these places a foreigner who has no idea about the local customs can get into trouble fast.
I have been in Africa, in Kenya and Zambia, and I know that there are huge differences within the continent. A difference like between Bozeman, Montana and Washington DC. Zambia is a very nice place, with poor but very gentle people. Kenya is tougher, as any Zambian actually will tell you ("what? You are going to Kenya? Be careful!!") And Nigeria also has a certain reputation.
But as I said, there are places in Mexico where violent crime is rampant. I walked through some tough neighborhoods in Mexico city, with my kids, (not knowing they were tough) and nothing ever happened. I came back safely from Africa and was enchanted by the gentleness of the people there. I will go again soon. I am more afraid of going to Washington DC.
Africa is a huge continent. You find everything there. You can't just paint the picture black only (pun intended
) So let's stay real.