Detention of a French national in Dakar
A French engineer in his thirties, residing in Sénégal, was recently taken into custody during a series of arrests in the capital city of Dakar. The individual is facing a range of serious charges, including ‘acts against nature’, criminal association, money laundering, and the attempted transmission of HIV.
Diplomatic monitoring and consular support
The France embassy in Dakar is closely overseeing the legal proceedings. Consular officials have already conducted four visits to the detained citizen to provide necessary protection and support. Furthermore, French authorities are in constant communication with the man’s family and the relevant departments at the Quai d’Orsay in Paris to ensure his situation is monitored at the highest levels.
Stricter legal framework in Sénégal
This arrest takes place against the backdrop of a significant legal shift in Sénégal. At the beginning of March, the nation implemented a new law that significantly increases penalties for same-sex relations, with potential prison sentences now extending up to ten years. This legislative change reflects the growing tensions surrounding LGBT+ rights within the country. In response to these developments, France reiterates its firm stance on the universal decriminalization of homosexuality and its ongoing commitment to ending discrimination worldwide.
