Senegal PM proposes tougher anti-LGBT law, doubling prison terms
Summary
Senegal's Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, introduced a proposed law that increases the punishment for same-sex relationships. The new legislation could raise the maximum prison term to 10 years. The proposal comes amid recent arrests and social tension over LGBT rights in the country.Key Facts
- Senegal's Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, proposed a law to increase prison terms for same-sex relations.
- The proposed maximum penalty could be up to 10 years in prison, up from the current five years.
- The legislation was sent to parliament after the cabinet approved it.
- The law describes same-sex conduct as an "act against nature."
- The bill includes penalties for promoting same-sex relations, with sentences between three to seven years.
- Recent arrests under existing anti-LGBT laws include 12 men, among them public figures.
- Religious groups in Senegal have pushed for harsher laws against LGBT activities.
- Fines up to 10 million CFA (approximately $18,000) could be imposed under the new law.
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