World Bank Takes Stand Against Uganda's Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation

The World Bank has announced that it will halt new loans to Uganda due to the country's new anti-gay law, which imposes life imprisonment for homosexual acts. The World Bank stated that the law contradicts its core values and commitment to helping all Ugandans escape poverty and improve their lives. Uganda's government dismissed the move as unjust and hypocritical, while the US has also imposed sanctions against Uganda over the law. Ugandan campaign groups have initiated court action to challenge the legislation, but it remains uncertain when hearings will begin.