Can a romantic relationship with multiple partners work?
Polyamory engages in multiple relationships, with the consent of the people involved
Africa Daily · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
In today’s episode, we introduce you to a man called Fletcher, who is in a romantic relationship with Lethabo.
At the same time, Lethabo, who is bisexual, is also going out with a woman called Lunya. But then, Lunya and Fletcher are also seeing each other. Basically, the three are openly involved in the same relationship.
This is known as polyamory. It’s the practice of engaging in multiple relationships, with the consent of all the people involved. Polyamorous communities in South Africa meet on online platforms.
Even though they are frowned upon in some circles, they regularly host events attended by dozens of people in cities like Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town.
Alan Kasujja speaks to Lethabo, Fletcher and Lunya to understand how polyamory works, especially considering that there’s a toddler in their relationship.