Uganda's Anti-Gay Law Upheld
Uganda's constitutional court upheld an anti-gay law allowing the death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality,' sparking condemnation from rights activists worldwide.
Key Points
- Uganda's constitutional court upheld anti-gay law with death penalty provision
- Law defines 'aggravated homosexuality' involving minors or vulnerable individuals
- President Museveni signed bill into law despite international condemnation
Cons
- Allows death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality'
- Criminalizes homosexuality with severe punishments