October 12, 2026
Senegal: Brutal Crackdown Violates LGBT People’s Rights
Mass arrests, Forced HIV Testing, Restricted Access to Legal Representation
Senegal
October 12, 2026
Senegal: Brutal Crackdown Violates LGBT People’s Rights
Senegal’s growing crackdown on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) people is violating their rights, causing increasing fear and stigma, and should be ended immediately. Mass arrests forced HIV testing and barriers to legal representation appear to be part of an increase in punitive government action against LGBT people in West Africa.
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Prioritize Fundamental Rights and Freedoms
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Ensure Fundamental Freedoms, Rein in Security Forces and Restore Internet
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January 22, 2024
Senegal: Pre-Election Crackdown
Guarantee Fundamental Freedoms, End Arbitrary Detentions and Prosecutions
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