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Military leaders did not reveal the extent of the ban — whether it is against LGBTQ+ identity broadly or specifically those in same-sex relationships, nor what the sentences will entail.
African LGBTQ+ people face violence, discrimination, and denial of their rights in the name of "African values." But love is a pan-African issue, writes Human Rights Watch's Larissa Kojoué.
The Court found the laws unfairly targeted gay men.
The bill would outlaw all same-sex relations, and imprison those who identify as LGBTQ+ or form pro-LGBTQ+ groups.
"What I really want the world to know is that [queer Ghanaians] have no life, they have no voice,” Mr. B, who was recently granted asylum, told The Advocate.
Ghanaian pastor and musician Sonnie Badu says that even gospel music isn't safe from the evil gays.
Officials warned President Akufo-Addo that signing the draconian anti-LGBTQ+ bill into law would have grave consequences.
The bill also would require even tougher sentences for forming or funding LGBTQ+ groups.
Introduced in 2021, this bill not only criminalizes LGBTQ relationships, but also those who support LGBTQ rights.
Vice Pres. Harris had condemned the bill on a visit to the country in March.
There are more than 60 places in the world where it’s illegal to be gay.
The vice president voiced support for "equality among all people."
