Parliament has approved new legislation establishing stricter penalties for those found to be actively promoting, sponsoring, or supporting LGBTQ+ activities in Ghana.

The minimum custodial sentence has been set at three years, with a maximum of five years for such individuals. Additionally, individuals caught directly engaging in these activities will face a minimum sentence of six months, extendable to a maximum of three years.

During parliamentary discussions on the amendment of the bill aimed at upholding Ghanaian family values and human sexual rights, Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam Nartey George, clarified the reasoning behind the implementation of these punitive measures.

He emphasized that public concern primarily revolves around the advocacy and promotion of LGBTQ+ activities rather than individuals' private conduct.

Mr George further elaborated on the sentencing structure, indicating that those directly involved in these activities themselves would face penalties ranging from six months to three years in prison.

"However, for those actively promoting, sponsoring, or supporting such agendas, the penalty increases to a minimum of three years and a maximum of five years."