Burkina Faso's junta approved anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, imposing prison sentences and deportation. The law's specifics remain unclear, sparking concerns amid existing human rights issues after the 2022 military coup.
Burkina Faso faces criticism for criminalizing same-sex relations, raising concerns about discrimination, violence, and human rights violations against LGBTQ+ individuals. Calls for revision of the law are growing.
Burkina Faso's new law criminalizing same-sex relations sparks global concern. Critics cite human rights violations, scapegoating of LGBTQ+ individuals, and potential for broader persecution. #LGBTQRights #HumanRights
