The legislative landscape in Senegal is witnessing a significant shift as lawmakers push for a stringent amendment to the country’s penal code. The proposed bill aims to double the maximum penalty for “unnatural acts,” increasing the potential prison time from five to 10 years. Senegal’s National Assembly late on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed a ‌bill doubling the … Continue reading Senegal Toughens Stance: Proposed Legislation Doubles Prison Sentences for Same-Sex Acts