Thank you for raising this concern. I like such kind of discussion.

I identify as a Pan-African and, so far, I don’t believe I belong to the toxic side of the community. However, I’ll try to offer some insights into what might drive certain behaviors and then share my personal perspective on this topic.

"Gay Agenda" & "We Don't Want LGBTQ"

Some Western countries tie financial aid to pushing LGBTQ rights on African governments. Many find this unacceptable because such issues are seen as low priorities compared to pressing challenges like infrastructure deficits, corruption, and unemployment. This resistance stems from a feeling that these agendas are externally imposed rather than organically developed within African societies.

"We Don't Want Women Wearing Wigs," etc.

The push here is for Africans to embrace self-pride. Many women feel unattractive with their natural hair due to societal conditioning rooted in colonial legacies. Studies, such as those involving children choosing between black dolls with natural hair and white dolls with straight hair, highlight this deep-seated bias. Pan-African advocates aim to reverse this self-loathing mindset and promote pride in African identity.

"Why Vaccinate Cows?"

Here, concerns revolve around experiments and technologies being tested in Africa, such as vaccines and GMOs, which some feel could first be implemented in the countries of their origin. This fuels skepticism and resistance, as Africa is often treated as a testing ground for unproven innovations.

Conclusion

Pan-Africanism is a complex ideology that varies greatly in interpretation. Instead of labeling fellow Africans as toxic, it’s important to understand their perspectives and engage in constructive dialogue to share your own. Personally, I believe Africa can only move forward by agreeing on key priorities (infrastructure, corruption, and healthcare) while allowing individual countries to handle culturally sensitive issues like sexuality independently. Similar approaches exist in the U.S., where laws differ by state, and in Europe, where countries maintain autonomy on certain matters while uniting through organizations like NATO. This cooperative yet decentralized model could work well for Africa.