The controversial Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, commonly known as the Anti-LGBTQ Bill, has been reintroduced in Parliament.
The bill, which seeks to criminalize LGBTQ activities and advocacy in Ghana, was laid before the House on February 17, 2026, marking another attempt to pass the legislation after previous iterations stalled.
If passed, the bill would impose strict penalties on individuals and organizations engaged in what it terms "unnatural carnal knowledge" and the promotion of LGBTQ rights.
Supporters argue the legislation is necessary to protect Ghanaian cultural and family values, while human rights organizations have condemned it as a violation of fundamental human rights.
The bill's reintroduction comes amid growing international pressure on Ghana regarding LGBTQ rights, with several Western nations warning of potential diplomatic and economic consequences should the bill become law.
Parliamentary sources indicate that the bill has been referred to the appropriate committee for consideration, with public hearings expected in the coming weeks.
The reintroduction is likely to spark renewed debate both within Parliament and across Ghanaian society, pitting traditional and religious groups against human rights advocates.
Legal experts have raised concerns about the bill's compatibility with Ghana's 1992 Constitution and international human rights obligations.
The Speaker of Parliament has yet to announce a timeline for the bill's second reading.
