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West Africa Faces Turmoil: Anti-LGBT Laws and Natural Disasters

3/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Ghana's push for a United Nations resolution on the transatlantic slave trade faces hurdles as Senegal's Parliament doubles prison terms for same-sex relations, awaiting the president's signature.
This legislation reflects a trend of anti-LGBT measures in West Africa.
Liberia urges calm at its border with Guinea as diplomatic talks continue.
In Ethiopia, heavy rains have caused floods and landslides, raising the death toll to 64, with ongoing risks.

History

Historical Context

The 2001 United Nations resolution recognized the transatlantic slave trade's human rights impact, a legacy of injustices that continues to resonate in West Africa. Ghana's push for acknowledgment faces challenges, particularly with Senegal's recent anti-LGBT legislation, reflecting ongoing human rights struggles in the region. These developments underscore the need for continued advocacy and dialogue on historical injustices and their modern implications.

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Story summary

Ghana's push for a United Nations resolution on the transatlantic slave trade faces hurdles as Senegal's Parliament doubles prison terms for same-sex relations, awaiting the president's signature.
This legislation reflects a trend of anti-LGBT measures in West Africa.
Liberia urges calm at its border with Guinea as diplomatic talks continue.
In Ethiopia, heavy rains have caused floods and landslides, raising the death toll to 64, with ongoing risks.

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