Ousmane Sonko

Ousmane Sonko is the Prime Minister of Senegal. He is currently newsworthy due to his involvement in two significant issues: a proposed anti-LGBT law and his condemnation of Morocco's jailing of Senegalese football fans. Sonko has introduced legislation that would double the maximum prison term for same-sex relations in Senegal, making them punishable by up to 10 years. This proposal has been met with concern from human rights groups. Simultaneously, Sonko has publicly denounced Morocco's sentencing of 18 Senegalese fans following disturbances at the Africa Cup of Nations final. His actions highlight his government's stance on both domestic social issues and international relations, particularly within the African continent.