US slams Burundi's president over 'public stoning of gay couples' comment
rfi.frBurundi after removing sanctions, in part crediting reforms by Ndayishimiye.The US statement Friday did not threaten repercussions.Last month, the United States restricted visas to officials from Uganda who implement a new law that carries potential death sentences for homosexual relations.President Joe Biden promised on taking office in 2021 to advocate forcefully at home and abroad for LGBTQ rights, although US diplomats often say a quiet approach is more effective.Africa accounts for nearly half of the countries worldwide where homosexuality is outlawed, according to a global review by the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA).For most of these countries, the situation is the result of old colonial law, and conservative religious influence from US anti-LGBT charities.(with AFP)Daily newsletterReceive essential international news every morningKeep up to date with international news by downloading the RFI app.
