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Senegal's National Assembly passes bill doubling maximum prison term for same-sex acts to 10 years

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March 12, 2026 (Updated: March 12, 2026) 2 min read 1 source 0 Center Negative AI Assisted
Senegal's National Assembly passes bill doubling maximum prison term for same-sex acts to 10 years
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TheWkly Analysis

Senegal’s National Assembly late on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed a bill doubling the maximum prison term for same-sex sexual acts to 10 years. The law also criminalises any efforts to promote homosexuality. The bill was passed by 135 votes to zero, with three abstentions. This law fulfils a campaign promise of the government that came to power in 2024.

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What this means for you:
  • LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal now face up to 10 years in prison for same-sex acts, increasing risks of arrest and imprisonment.
  • Activists and NGOs promoting LGBTQ+ rights risk criminal prosecution, limiting their ability to organize or provide support services.
  • Families and communities may report or shun suspected individuals, leading to social isolation and mental health crises for those affected.

Key Entities

  • Senegal’s National Assembly Organization

    The legislative body of Senegal that passed the bill with 135 votes to zero and three abstentions.

  • Senegalese government Organization

    The administration that came to power in 2024 and fulfilled its campaign promise through this legislation.

  • Same-sex sexual acts law Law

    The new bill doubling the maximum penalty to 10 years in jail and banning promotion of homosexuality.

  • Senegal Place

    West African nation where the National Assembly enacted the stricter penalties on same-sex activities.

Multi-Perspective Analysis

Left-Leaning View

Frames the law as a severe human rights violation that endangers vulnerable minorities and reflects regressive authoritarianism.

Centrist View

Reports the legislative facts neutrally, noting the unanimous vote and government promise without strong judgment.

Right-Leaning View

Views it as a legitimate defense of national culture and fulfillment of democratic campaign commitments against foreign agendas.

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Source: Club of Mozambique RSS

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