00:57 Niger Niger's military-run government criminalises same-sex relations Under the new law, same-sex relations will be punishable by a jail term of between five and 10 years and a fine.
Senegal “We are living in fear”: Gay people in Senegal amid crackdown Senegal is among more than half of African countries where same-sex relations are illegal. But it is now moving toward stricter enforcement.
00:48 Senegal Rights groups urge Senegal authorities to protect LGBT community amid wave of homophobia
Pope Francis Pope acknowledges resistance to same-sex blessings but doubles down: 'The Lord blesses everyone'
Democratic Republic Of Congo Stigma against gay men could worsen Congo's biggest mpox outbreak, scientists warn