LGBTQ+

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Mahama: “LGBTQ+ Discussion Is Not Ghana’s Top Priority”

In Ghana’s ongoing discussion about LGBTQ+ problems, John Dramani Mahama has urged moderation and communication, emphasizing that although the topic is significant, it is not the nation’s top priority. Speaking on March 30 at a Presidential Dialogue with Civil Society Organizations at Jubilee House, he called for a calm and polite national dialogue, characterizing the […]

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Sonnie Badu Advocates Love and Support for LGBTQ+ Community

Ghanaian gospel musician and pastor Sonnie Badu has emphasized that understanding the struggles of the LGBTQ+ community is essential to providing effective support. According to the “Money Declaration” hitmaker, many individuals within the community may experience feelings of insecurity and rejection, particularly from family members. During a conversation with Asaase Radio’s Keely‑Jade Brewer on the

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Supreme Court Rejects Petition Challenging Constitutionality of Anti‑LGBTQI Bill

The Supreme Court of Ghana, in a unanimous decision, has dismissed a legal challenge brought by broadcast journalist and lawyer Richard Dela Sky against the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. In a ruling delivered on December 18, 2024, a seven‑member panel led by Justice Lovelace Avril Johnson upheld the constitutionality of the legislative

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Beyond Fear: A Story of Survival, Courage, and the Fight for Human Dignity in Ghana

In many parts of Ghana, conversations about identity, equality, and freedom are often met with silence or resistance, and for some individuals, simply living as who they are can carry severe consequences. This is the story of a young person who discovered their identity while still in school, at a time when difference was not

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GFHRD Denounces Attacks on LGBTQ+ Advocates in Ghana

GFHRD condemns the rising attacks on LGBTQ+ individuals and advocates in Ghana, calling for urgent protection of human rights, safety, and dignity for all persons regardless of identity.

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