Tag Archives: International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission

Uganda holds hearings on anti-gay bill

May 10, 2011 by benim

Kampala – A Ugandan parliament committee has held a second day of hearings on a controversial anti-gay bill that attracted international condemnation for its harsh penalties. Lawmakers indicated the bill could be voted on this week. The bill was first … read more »

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Ugandan lesbian wins temporary reprieve from deportation

January 29, 2011 by benim

Brenda Namigadde’s supporters say she faces great danger in Uganda, especially after gay activist David Kato was beaten to death this week. Photograph: Marc Hofer/AFP/Getty Images Lawyers for a Ugandan lesbian who was due to be deported from Heathrow amid … read more »

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