Challenges to Democracy in Ghana, Venezuela, and Georgia

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with election watchers from Ghana, Venezuela, and Georgia about challenges to democracy in their countries amidst a busy year of national elections worldwide.

Recovered Gold Regalia in Kumasi

Crowds gathered in Kumasi, Ghana to see recovered gold regalia plundered by the British during colonization.

Ghana's Vice President opposes homosexuality and supports anti-LGBTQ bill

The presidential candidate of Ghana’s ruling party, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, opposes homosexuality and promises to maintain that stance if elected. Ghana faces pressure to sign into law a severe anti-LGBTQ bill. The bill has been criticized by rights advocates and the United Nations. Bawumia’s stance is supported by the culturally conservative West African nation, where gay sex is already punishable by up to three years in prison and LGBTQ people face harassment and abuse.

Ghana's LGBTQ+ Bill and International Response

Ghana's president waits for Supreme Court ruling on bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ community, sparking international concern and risking funding from World Bank and IMF.

Criminalization of LGBTQ People in Ghana

A bill criminalizing LGBTQ people in Ghana and their supporters has been passed by parliament, drawing international condemnation and urging for it not to become law. The bill broadens criminal sanctions against LGBTQ individuals and their allies, threatening up to a decade in prison for those convicted.

Criminalization of LGBTQ+ in Ghana

A bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ people in Ghana and their supporters has drawn international condemnation after being passed by parliament. The United Nations called it 'profoundly disturbing.'

Controversial Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Passed in Ghana

Ghana's parliament passed a controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill that could lead to long prison sentences for LGBTQ+ individuals and supporters.

Ghana's Crackdown on LGBTQ Rights

Ghana's parliament passed legislation intensifying crackdown on LGBTQ rights, imposing harsh penalties for promoting LGBTQ+ activities. President's approval pending.