Ghana’s parliament has approved one of Africa’s most restrictive anti-LGBTQ laws, reviving controversial legislation that imposes prison terms for same-sex relations and support for LGBTQ activities, despite strong criticism from human rights groups and international organisations.

Ghana's parliament on Friday approved a law that would make the promotion, sponsorship or intentional support of LGBTQ activities punishable by three to five years in prison. The law is now awaiting…