Tag: lgbtq
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Ghana Supreme Court Delays Decision on Anti-LGBTQ Legislation, Awaiting Constitutional Review
The Supreme Court of Ghana has postponed its decision regarding the constitutionality of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, emphasizing the importance of aligning any judgment with the country’s constitution. This comes amid discussions on the bill’s widespread popularity across Ghana and its potential influence on the upcoming election. Both leading candidates in…
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Namibia High Court Overturns Colonial-Era Laws Criminalizing Gay Sex
Namibia’s High Court has recently annulled laws that criminalized sexual acts between men, marking a historic decision for the country’s LGBTQ community. These laws, which trace back to the 1920s during South African administration, were declared unconstitutional in a ruling celebrated as the start of a new era for Namibians. Activist Fredel Daab, with the…
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DR Congo Justice Minister Advocates for Crackdown on LGBTQ+ Community
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s new Justice Minister, Constant Mutamba, has made headlines with his clear intent to target the LGBTQ+ community despite the country having no current laws against homosexuality. Historically, the DRC has been more lenient regarding the sexual orientation of its citizens compared to some neighboring countries. However, Mutamba’s recent actions and…
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Pope Francis Apologizes for Derogatory Remark About Homosexuals, Contrasting His Previous Support for LGBTQ Community
Pope Francis has issued an unusual apology for using a derogatory term about homosexuals in a private conversation, as reported by Italian media. This rare move comes after unnamed bishops claimed the Pope used the slur in a closed-door meeting to express his opposition to openly gay men joining seminaries. Despite his past public statements…
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Ghana Faces International Criticism Over New Anti-LGBTQ+ Law, Activists Warn of Increased Violence
Ghana’s newly passed anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has sparked international controversy and condemnation, with the United Nations labeling it “profoundly disturbing.” This law imposes up to 5 years in prison for the promotion of LGBTQ+ rights, further criminalizing the lives of non-heteronormative individuals in a country where same-sex relations were already illegal. Ghanaian musician and activist, Maxine…