Human rights in Burkina Faso

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Human rights in Burkina Faso are addressed in its constitution. Both male and female same-sex sexual activity has always been legal in Burkina Faso. The age of consent is equal, regardless of sex since 1996.[1]

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  1. "State Sponsored Homophobia 2016: A world survey of sexual orientation laws: criminalisation, protection and recognition" (PDF). International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association. 17 May 2016. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2 September 2017. Retrieved 19 May 2016.