Burkina Faso criminalises homosexuality in far-reaching family law reform

Burkina Faso’s parliament has passed a new law criminalising homosexuality, the first of its kind in the country. AP - Ben Curtis

Burkina Faso has joined a growing list of African nations tightening laws against same-sex relations, with an extensive new code set to reshape family and nationality rules.

Burkina Faso’s transitional assembly has passed a controversial law criminalising homosexuality, marking the first time such legislation has been introduced in the country.