The World Bank has said it will no longer consider new loans to Uganda over the adoption of a law that proscribes same-sex conduct.

The Ugandan government had earlier in the year passed a law against anti-lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender practices in the country.

The law includes life imprisonment and a death sentence as penalties for anyone convicted.

The World Bank in a statement on Tuesday condemned the law, saying it is not in line with the global development lender’s core values.

The statement read, “Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act fundamentally contradicts the World Bank Group’s values.

“We believe our vision to eradicate poverty on a livable planet can only succeed if it includes everyone irrespective of race, gender, or sexuality.

“This law undermines those efforts. Inclusion and non-discrimination sit at the heart of our work around the world.

© The Punch

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