Ghana has passed a tough new law making it illegal to identify as LGBTQ+.
This means people could face up to three years in prison just for being LGBTQ+, and up to five years for supporting LGBTQ+ groups.
The bill got a lot of support from politicians and will become law if the president agrees.
But some people are worried. They say the law could lead to more discrimination and violence against LGBTQ+ people. It could also make it harder for them to get help and support.
The law even says people should report LGBTQ+ people to the police.
This all started because Ghana’s first LGBTQ+ center opened last year and caused a lot of controversy. Some religious groups said being LGBTQ+ goes against Ghanaian culture and values.
The law has changed a bit since it was first proposed, but it’s still causing a lot of debate in Ghana. Some politicians wanted to offer alternatives to prison, like community service, but others disagreed.
It’s a complicated issue that’s making a big impact in the country.
(Source: BBC News)
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