The Senegal Anti-Gay Law has become one of the most controversial LGBTQ human rights developments in West Africa. Senegal’s government has historically criminalized same-sex relationships, but recent legislation expanding prison penalties and criminalizing the promotion of homosexuality has sparked widespread international concern.
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Coverage from JRL CHARTS LGBT International News examines the political, legal, and cultural impact of Senegal’s anti-gay legislation, including the role of government leaders, human rights organizations, and local activists warning of increased discrimination and arrests targeting LGBTQ individuals across the country.
