Ghana Lawmakers Reintroduce Anti-LGBTQ Legislation
Ghanaian lawmakers have reintroduced a bill that would become one of Africa's most restrictive pieces of anti-LGBTQ legislation after an earlier attempt to enact it fell short due to legal challenges. The bill, which has been sponsored by 10 lawmakers in total, would increase the maximum penalty for same-sex sexual acts from up to three years in prison to five years and impose jail time for "wilful promotion, sponsorship, or support" of LGBTQ+ activities. This move intensifies a crackdown on the rights of LGBTQ people and those accused of supporting minority rights.
- The global landscape is shifting towards conservative values, as seen in the actions of leaders like U.S. President Donald Trump, which may embolden governments to take drastic measures against marginalized communities.
- Will the economic consequences of enacting such legislation, including potential sanctions from international organizations, be enough to deter lawmakers from pushing forward with this restrictive bill?