The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has underscored the significance of inclusivity following the enactment of the Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill.

She emphasised that Ghana's progress hinges on allowing everyone to freely contribute their efforts to the nation without hindrance based on their sexual orientation.

Madam Georgieva also acknowledged the legal challenges filed against the legislation.

“I understand that people in Ghana have taken the bill to the court. All I can say is that a more inclusive society, is a more successful society. You want Ghana to flourish, make it so that everybody can contribute to the fullest of this country.”

On February 28, 2024, Parliament approved a bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, as well as their promotion, advocacy, and funding.

The legislation stipulated jail terms ranging from 6 months to 3 years for individuals found guilty, with longer sentences of 3 to 5 years for those promoting or sponsoring such acts.

However, on March 18, the Office of the President requested Parliament to withhold the transmission of the anti-gay bill to President Akufo-Addo for his assent.

This request was made due to two pending applications for an order of interlocutory injunction before the Supreme Court.

These applications aim to prevent Parliament from sending the bill to the President and to restrain the President from giving his assent to the bill until the matter is finally resolved.