LGBT rights in Senegal
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Law on Homosexuality
Homosexual activity is illegal in Senegal. Article 319, paragraph 3 of the Senegal Penal Code, in the edition of the law of n° 66-16 of 12 February 1966 bans homosexual conduct.
Recently nine men were convicted of homosexual acts and jailed for 8 years each, despite the maximum punishment for such cases in Senegal is set at five years.[1]
Protection based on sexual orientation in law
There is no legal protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Recognition of same sex couples
The government of Senegal does not recognize same-sex marriages.
Gay life in the country
See also
References
- ^ "9 men jailed in Senegal for homosexual acts". The Associated Press. Retrieved 2009-01-08.
- Behind The Mask – South African LGBT media site: Senegal. Retrieved 2008-02-27.
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