Same-sex relations were already illegal in Uganda, but supporters of the new law say it is needed to punish a broader array of LGBTQ activities, which they say threaten traditional values in the conservative and religious East African nation.
It includes steep sentences that include death for “aggravated homosexuality” and life in prison for same-sex relations. Aggravated homosexuality involves same-sex relations with people under the age of 18 or when the perpetrator is HIV positive, among other categories, according to the law.
The legislation will next be sent to President Yoweri Museveni, who has repeatedly denounced homosexuality, to be signed into law.
Source- Hindustan Times.