Ghana Parliament Passes Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill
Ghana's parliament has passed a controversial bill that criminalizes LGBTQ+ activities and advocacy, drawing both relief from proponents and strong reactions from international bodies. The bill now awaits presidential assent to become law, with some Catholic Bishops stating Ghana can survive without foreign aid if threatened over the bill's passage.
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Ghana parliament passes anti-LGBTQ+ bill
Same-sex acts are punishable by jail terms under Ghana's new bill targeting those identifying as gay, lesbian or transgender.
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