Charles Oliver | January 9, 2004
Islamic leaders in Somalia have declared condoms illegal under religious law. They say they will flog anyone caught using or selling condoms. Sheikh Nur Barud, chairman of the Ulema Council, said the use of condoms will increase adultery, and those promoting adultery deserve to be punished.
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