Uganda's Constitutional Court Has Upheld the Country's "Kill the Gays" Law
Uganda's Constitutional Court partially upholds Anti-Homosexuality Act, sparking concerns for increased LGBTQ+ rights violations.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
The Constitutional Court of Uganda has decided not to overturn the Anti-Homosexuality Act, with only some parts amended. Deputy Chief Justice Richard Buteera stated that certain sections infringing on health, privacy, and freedom of religion were removed, but the law largely remains in place. The legislation, including provisions for the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality,” criminalization of promoting homosexuality, and same-sex weddings, is still active. Human rights groups fear increased violations against LGBTQ+ individuals in Uganda following this decision. The Anti-Homosexuality Act was passed by Uganda’s Parliament in May, exacerbating existing anti-LGBTQ+ laws in the country.