Ousmane Sonko
Senegal tax inspector and tax justice advocate
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politics Feb 24, 2026, 5:53 PM
Senegal tightens penalties for homosexuality under new legislation - Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has introduced a bill in parliament to increase prison sentences for homosexuality.
- The proposed legislation aims to toughen penalties, with prison terms ranging from five to ten years for same-sex relations.
- This move has been criticized by rights advocates and reflects a broader trend of escalating anti-LGBT legislation in several African countries.
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