Ghana Parliament Approves ‘Anti-LGBTQ’ Law, Awaiting President’s Signature

Ghana’s parliament on Friday approved one of the most repressive anti-LGBTQ laws in Africa, which is now awaiting ratification by President John Mahama.

The law on sexual rights and family values imposes a penalty of up to three years’ jail for people who engage in homosexual relations, and between three and five years for the promotion, sponsorship or intentional support of LGBT+ activities.

The bill was passed unanimously by parliament in 2024 but former president Nana Akufo-Addo did not sign…