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Politics · AfricaSenegal Parliament Doubles Prison Term for Same-Sex Conduct
Senegal's parliament amended a law to double the maximum prison sentence for consensual same-sex acts to 10 years. Human Rights Watch documented arrests, forced HIV testing of detainees, and a rise in fear and stigma, impacting access to healthcare.
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Health · AfricaUS to phase out direct HIV funding for Namibia
The United States will stop direct financial support for Namibia's HIV response programs after 2027, shifting to technical cooperation. The decision follows Namibia's rejection of proposed health data sharing agreements and its achievement of UNAIDS targets.
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