Ghana: Parliament Passes Anti-LGBTQI+ Bill

Ghana's Parliament has approved the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. This legislation aims to criminalize activities associated with LGBTQ+ practices within the country. Amendments have been made to exempt certain professionals, including legal practitioners, media personnel, and healthcare workers, from penalties when providing services to individuals identifying as LGBTQ+.

Proponents of the bill argue it upholds Ghanaian family values and cultural norms. The bill's passage follows extensive public discussion both domestically and internationally, attracting both support and criticism regarding human rights implications. It now awaits presidential assent to become law.

The bill's passage is significant as it represents a major legislative step in Ghana concerning LGBTQ+ rights and could have far-reaching implications for the LGBTQ+ community and human rights discourse in the country.