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Malawi gay couple faces prison after engagement

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A Malawi gay couple have been convicted of having a criminal relationship and could face up to 14 years in jail under the country’s colonial-era laws.

They were found guilty of unnatural acts and gross indecency after a trial that drew worldwide condemnation.

Steven Monjeza (26) and Tiwonge Chimbalanga (20) have been in jail since their arrest on December 27th, the day they celebrated their engagement

Full story: Malawi gay couple face prison – The Irish Times – Tue, May 18, 2010