Senegal: anti-homosexuality law threatens ten years imprisonment

Since March 31, Senegal has enforced draconian legislation criminalizing homosexuality with penalties of up to ten years imprisonment and exposing LGBTQ+ individuals to lynching.

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This law strengthens the repression of LGBTQ+ rights in one of West Africa's largest democracies.

The measure raises international concerns about fundamental freedoms and protection of sexual minorities.

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