"The new bill implements a series of new laws and alterations to existing laws and penalties, including the following: 'Acts against nature,' a term used to designate same-sex relations, will now be punishable by 5 to 10 years in prison, rather than 1 to 5 years as at present."
"Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko said the maximum penalties would apply if the sex was with a minor. The law specifies that 'acts against nature' relate to homosexuality, bisexuality, 'transsexuality,' zoophilia and necrophilia."
"Despite the tougher penalties, the bill still classifies the offenses as 'misdemeanors' rather than crimes, contradicting one of Sonko's election pledges. Those found guilty of 'promoting' or funding same-sex relationships could also face jail time of between 3 and 7 years."
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye signed a law increasing penalties for same-sex relations, now punishable by 5 to 10 years in prison. The law also raises fines significantly, with potential penalties reaching up to 10 million Senegalese francs. It categorizes offenses related to homosexuality and other sexual acts as misdemeanors, contradicting previous election pledges. Human rights groups expressed concern that the law could deter individuals from seeking health assistance, particularly regarding HIV/AIDS. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights criticized the law as a violation of fundamental human rights.
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