Mali court issues first sentences under anti-LGBTQI law

A Malian court has reportedly handed down prison sentences for homosexual acts, marking the first application of the country's anti-LGBTQI law. Local advocacy groups have halted public support due to safety concerns. This signals enforcement of the law and a chilling effect on civil society.

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