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Ghana's President Awaits Court Ruling on Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

The decision could impact $3.8 billion in World Bank funding and the country's economic recovery.

  • Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo has delayed signing the controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill, awaiting the Supreme Court's ruling on its constitutionality.
  • The bill, passed by parliament, could lead to a loss of $3.8 billion in World Bank funding, impacting Ghana's economic recovery.
  • Human rights groups and international communities have condemned the bill, citing concerns over human rights and potential impacts on foreign aid and investment.
  • The finance ministry warns that the bill's enactment could derail a $3 billion IMF loan package, crucial for Ghana's debt restructuring and long-term stability.
  • The Supreme Court's decision is unlikely before the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections in December, where Akufo-Addo will step down after two terms.
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