World Bank U-turn ends loan ban to Uganda over gay rights
Summary
The World Bank has lifted a ban on loans to Uganda that was put in place two years ago after Uganda enacted strict anti-LGBTQ laws. The World Bank says it has new measures to ensure that its funding does not harm or discriminate against LGBTQ people in Uganda.Key Facts
- The World Bank stopped lending to Uganda two years ago over Uganda's anti-LGBTQ laws.
- In 2023, Uganda passed laws that can sentence people to death for certain same-sex acts.
- Many LGBTQ people in Uganda have faced violence, eviction, and arrest.
- The World Bank believes new measures will help fund projects without harming LGBTQ groups.
- The World Bank funds projects in Uganda such as road upgrades and electricity access.
- Critics argue the World Bank's funding model can create dependency on loans.
- International anger followed Uganda's 2023 anti-LGBTQ law, impacting its economy significantly.
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