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August 30, 2023

Uganda Sees First Charges of "Aggravated Homosexuality" After Passing Homophobic New Law
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In Uganda, two men are facing what are believed to be the first charges
of "aggravated homosexuality" after a draconian new anti-LGBTQIA law was
passed earlier this year, which also punishes consensual same-sex
relations. The "crime" could lead to life in prison and even the death
penalty. The law has been widely condemned by rights groups, the U.N.
and other countries. Earlier this month, the World Bank said it is
suspending new loans to Uganda over the law.

Meanwhile, in Nigeria, over five dozen people were arrested at a gay
wedding in the south of the country Monday. Same-sex marriage is illegal
in Nigeria and punishable by up to 14 years behind bars. More than 30
African nations ban same-sex relationships.


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