An Accra High Court has deferred proceedings concerning the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti LGBTQ+ bill, until July 29, 2024.
The adjournment was announced after lawyers for one of the petitioners, Paul Boama-Sefa, were given four weeks to submit their written arguments.
Additionally, the court is awaiting a response from the Speaker of Parliament, who is the defendant in the case. This delay allows the legal teams to prepare comprehensive arguments and responses, ensuring a thorough examination of the bill’s implications.
In a significant move towards transparency, the Judiciary Service has granted permission for live media coverage of cases related to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. This decision allows the public to closely follow these legal proceedings, marking a notable shift in the openness of judicial processes.
Background to the Livestream of the Ghana Anti LGBTQ+ bill
Previously, the Chief Justice authorized media houses to livestream the hearing of Richard Sky’s injunction application against the anti-LGBTQ+ bill at the Supreme Court.
With the Judicial Service’s broader directive, all cases linked to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill will now be open to media coverage. Currently, there are four related cases filed at various court levels, with two slated for hearing at the High Court and the other two at the Supreme Court.
