Senegal Proposes Doubling Penalty for Same-Sex Relations

Senegal's prime minister has unveiled legislation that would double the maximum penalty for same-sex relations, making them punishable by up to 10 years in prison, drawing condemnation from human rights groups.

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Senegal PM vows to double penalty for same-sex relations

Senegal's prime minister Tuesday unveiled legislation that would double the maximum penalty for same-sex relations, making them punishable by up to 10 years in prison, in a crackdown condemned by human rights groups.

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