Ghana’s parliament has approved legislation intensifying a crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and those advocating for non-conventional sexual or gender identities in the West African nation.
Gay sex, already punishable by up to three years in prison, will now see an additional penalty of up to five years for the “wilful promotion, sponsorship, or support of LGBTQ+ activities.”
Considered one of the harshest laws of its kind in Africa, the bill awaits presidential assent to become law. President Nana Akufo-Addo has yet to confirm his decision on signing the bill.
The legislation, sponsored by a coalition of Christian, Muslim, and Ghanaian traditional leaders, has stirred both national and international discussions regarding human rights and freedom of expression.
SOURCE: DAILY MAIL GH
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