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.
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.
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