LGBTQ rights in Sudan | |
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Status | Illegal since 1899 (as Anglo-Egyptian Sudan)[1] |
Penalty | Min.: 5 years (1st offence); Max.: life imprisonment (3rd offence) |
Military | No |
Discrimination protections | No |
Family rights | |
Recognition of relationships | No recognition of same-sex unions |
Adoption | No |
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Sudan face significant challenges not experienced by non-LGBTQ residents. Same-sex sexual activity in Sudan is illegal for both men and women, while homophobic attitudes remain ingrained throughout the nation.[2]
In July 2020, Sudan removed capital punishment for same-sex sexual activity,[3] as well as corporal punishment. Sodomy remains illegal, and penalties of terms of imprisonment were retained. The maximum penalty, for a third offence, remains life imprisonment.[4]
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