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Human Rights Watch warns of LGBTQ+ crackdown in Senegal as arrests rise

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Senegal arrests over 320 people in LGBTQ+ crackdown ahead of Youth Olympics

More than 320 people have been arrested in Senegal as part of an escalating crackdown on LGBTQ+ individuals, according to Human Rights Watch. The campaign includes mass arrests, forced HIV testing, and barriers to legal representation, raising concerns about the country's compliance with the Olympic charter ahead of hosting the Youth Olympic Games.

Oct 15, 2026·4 sourcesLGBTQ+ mental healthHuman rights violations
Senegal arrests over 320 people in LGBTQ+ crackdown ahead of Youth Olympics
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