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In Senegal many gay people live in fear, forced to leave home

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LGBT persons in Senegal face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Senegal specifically outlaws same-sex sexual acts and, in the past, has prosecuted men accused of homosexuality. LGBT persons face routine discrimination in society.

Added on the 25/06/2021 13:09:02 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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