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Ghana’s parliament has approved a stringent new bill that criminalizes identifying as LGBTQ+, with offenders facing up to three years in prison. The legislation also imposes a maximum five-year jail term for forming or funding LGBTQ+ groups. Attempts to substitute prison sentences with community service and counseling were shouted down …

A proposed bill has been submitted to Ghana’s Parliament aimed at enhancing parental leave policies in the country. The bill, if passed, would bring significant changes to the current maternity and paternity leave provisions under the Labour Act. Regarding maternity leave, the bill seeks to amend Section 57(1) of the …

A private member’s bill has been introduced in the Ghanaian Parliament, seeking to eliminate the 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on menstrual hygiene products like sanitary pads and tampons. Presented by National Democratic Congress Member of Parliament Francis-Xavier Sosu, the bill also aims to reclassify the 20% import tax on …

Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Hon. Sam George has been trending on Twitter for doing the right thing. Ghanaians on Twitter are singing the praises of Sam George for his zeal and passion to quench the activities of LGBTQ activities in Ghana. The NDC MP has stepped out as one …

A fast trending video of Ghanaian Lawmakers praying fervently ahead of introduction of bill to criminalize LGBTQ has got people talking. Recently, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin stated activities of LGBTQI+ groups will not be tolerated in the country. READ ALSO: Speaker of Parliament Vows To Reject LGBQTI; Says …