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Several countries have implemented or proposed anti-gay legislation, which criminalises or severely restricts the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals. These laws vary in severity, ranging from restrictions on LGBTQ+ expression to criminal penalties, including imprisonment or even the death penalty.

African countries that have passed anti-gay law | Pulse Ghana

Stella Takyiwaa Okyere

These laws vary in severity, ranging from restrictions on LGBTQ+ expression to criminal penalties, including imprisonment or even the death penalty. Here are some examples:

<ul><li>Anti-Homosexuality Act: Uganda passed its Anti-Homosexuality Act in 2014, which initially included a death penalty provision for "aggravated homosexuality" (though this was later replaced with life imprisonment). </li></ul>

The bill sparked international outrage and was eventually annulled by the Constitutional Court due to a technicality. However, in 2023, Uganda's parliament passed another <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/news/local/bawumia-supports-anti-gay-bill-if-properly-drafted-kojo-oppong-nkrumah/z6x00k5">anti-gay bill</a>, introducing harsh penalties, including life imprisonment and significant fines for those engaging in same-sex relationships or advocating for LGBTQ+ rights.

<ul><li>Same-Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act: Enacted in 2014, this law criminalizes same-sex relationships and makes it illegal to form or join LGBTQ+ organizations. </li></ul>

It prescribes up to 14 years in prison for individuals who enter into same-sex marriages or civil unions and up to 10 years for anyone who supports or advocates for LGBTQ+ rights.

<ul><li>Anti-Gay Crackdown: While Tanzania does not have a specific law titled an "anti-gay bill," it enforces laws that criminalise same-sex sexual activity. In recent years, the government has increased crackdowns on LGBTQ+ individuals, including raids and arrests.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Moral Laws: Although Egypt does not have a specific law criminalising homosexuality, LGBTQ+ individuals are frequently prosecuted under laws against "debauchery" and "public morality."</li></ul>

The government conducts raids and arrests to target LGBTQ+ people, leading to widespread persecution.

These laws have faced significant criticism from human rights organisations and the international community for violating basic human rights and perpetuating discrimination and violence against <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/news/local/foreign-lgbtq-laws-do-not-apply-in-ghana-supreme-court/s39m0k2">LGBTQ+ individuals</a>.

Despite global advocacy efforts, many countries continue to enforce or propose such legislation, reflecting deep-seated cultural, religious, and political attitudes.

African countries that have passed anti-gay law

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