Senegal’s prime minister ousmane sonko enforces anti-gay law with strong stance
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Senegal’s firm position on homosexuality under scrutiny Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again underscored the government’s determination to reinforce existing legislation against homosexuality in
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again signaled the government’s firm intention to tighten legal measures regarding homosexuality in Sénégal. During a recent address, he