The convergence of homophobic legislation and the prevalence of HIV/AIDS in Africa creates a harrowing reality for gay men on the continent. Over the years, the global fight for LGBTQ+ rights and public health has made significant progress. However, several African countries continue to support and enforce laws that criminalize homosexuality.
Uganda’s president, Yoweri Museveni signed into law one of the world’s toughest pieces of anti-gay legislation on May 29th. It has immensely devastated LGBTQ+ communities across Africa, setting a dangerous precedent for countries like Kenya and Ghana to adopt similar laws. The Ugandan Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 stipulates long prison sentences and capital punishments for “aggravated homosexuality,” defying pressure from Western governments and drawing sanctions from donors.
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