Homosexuality Still Illegal in 77 Countries

Being gay or lesbian is a dangerous reality in many parts of the world, and on some continents, it’s difficult to find a country that doesn’t make one’s sexual orientation a criminal offense.

To date, at least 77 nations have anti-gay laws.

Nearly half of these countries, 38, can be found among Africa’s 54 states.

The most recent African country to target homosexuals is Uganda. President Yoweri Museveni announced last week that he would sign legislation making anyone convicted of a first-time homosexual act subject to 14 years in prison.

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In some parts of the country, as well in portions of Somalia, homosexuality is punishable by execution.

The death penalty is also imposed against gays and lesbians in Iran, Mauritania, Saudi Arabia, Sudan and Yemen.

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