Ghana's LGBTQ+ Bill and International Response

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

Key Points

  • President waiting for Supreme Court ruling before taking action on the bill
  • International concern over bill's inconsistency with human rights obligations
  • Potential negative effects on Ghana's economy

Pros

  • Seeking to protect children and victims of abuse

Cons

  • Could criminalize LGBTQ+ activities for more than a decade
  • Risking $3.8 billion in World Bank funding
  • Negative impact on Ghana's economy