Ghana's parliament passes anti-LGBTQ bill

Ghana's parliament has passed a controversial bill, known as the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Act, which criminalizes LGBTQ relationships and supports for such rights. The sponsors of the legislation include Christian, Muslim, and traditional Ghanaian leaders. The bill, if validated by the president, would punish individuals who engage in same-sex acts with severe penalties, including up to five years in prison for those promoting the rights of lesbian, gay, or other non-conventional sexual or gender identities. President Akufo-Addo has previously stated that gay marriage will not be allowed during his tenure. The articles report similar information, but the first article mentions that the bill took three years to pass and specifically states that it punishes those who support LGBTQ rights.