HEADLINES
More than 57 million people joined first Global Pride event:
Global Pride, the 27-hour virtual Pride that took place on June 27, reached a worldwide audience of 57,050,978 viewers in at least 163 countries, organisers have confirmed.
Shock as Moshe Ndiki and Phelo Bala relationship mired in abuse claims:
In a heartbreaking turn, one of South Africa’s most high profile gay couples – Moshe Ndiki and Phelo Bala – are embroiled in a legal battle centred on domestic abuse claims and it’s all being played out in the media.
Craig Lucas unveils his new heartbreaking ballad, Happy:
The new single from out 'The Voice SA' winner Craig Lucas, is a pop ballad about the end of a relationship and wanting the best for the person you were with, even if that means not being together anymore.
Study finds LGBTQ inclusion in media doesn’t only speak to its rainbow audience:
A new study has shown that LGBTQ affirming media doesn't just connect to the target audience, but also make a genuine difference in the opinion of people who are not LGBTQI+.
The struggles of lesbian parents using sperm donors:
Lesbian parents in South Africa may face legal challenges and expenses not experienced by opposite-sex parents. So is it justified red tape or is it homophobic discrimination?
EFF apologises to LGBTQI+ South Africans for members voting against Civil Union Amendment Bill:
In an extraordinary turn of events, the EFF has apologised after three of its members in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) voted against the Civil Union Amendment Bill.
30 Under 40 SADC Queer Game Changers initiative launched:
A new initiative, the 30 Under 40 Queer Game Changers, aims to put a spotlight on the LGBTIQ+ community of the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
Now Trump targets homeless trans people amid Covid-19 crisis:
The Trump administration is set to end an Obama-era provision that bars federally funded homeless shelters from turning away transgender people.
Western Cape first to introduce LGBTQI+ guidelines for schools:
The Western Cape Department of Education has published what are said to be the country’s first draft Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Guidelines.
FEATURES
The struggles of lesbian parents using sperm donors: Lesbian parents in South Africa may face legal challenges and expenses not experienced by opposite-sex
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Opinion | Pride & Prejudice in 2020: Why it matters to have a voice: Nduduzo Nyanda, the proudly LGBTIQ+ country manager for Uber South
LGBTQ rights facing uphill struggle when it comes to young Africans: While young Africans strongly support a variety of fundamental rights,
A plea for LGBTQ+ lives to mark World Refugee Day: Saturday 20 June was World Refugee Day which is dedicated to raising awareness about the plight of
Sexual health | Older, not colder: Everyone knows life doesn’t stop at 45, yet many people think sex does. Few stereotypes of gay life are as persistent as that
Little Richard’s larger-than-life queer legacy: When Little Richard died on 9 May at age 87, the artist was hailed for the innovative role he played in
Lady Gaga’s Chromatica is a return to pop brilliance: She’s given us one of the LGBTQ community’s most-loved anthems, and now Lady
Is LGBTQI+ visibility still important during a pandemic?: There simply isn’t a part of our lives that has not been affected by the coronavirus outbreak.
Entertainment
Shock as Moshe Ndiki and Phelo Bala relationship mired in abuse claims: In a heartbreaking turn, one of South Africa’s most high profile gay
Craig Lucas unveils his new heartbreaking ballad, Happy: The new single from out ‘The Voice SA’ winner Craig Lucas, is a pop ballad about
Queer books: The ‘All for the Game’ series: The All for the Game trilogy has been an online phenomenon since the first book was self-published
Here’s how you can take part in the historic Global Pride this Saturday: Global Pride, the first 24-hour virtual Pride, will be streamed
Support SA’s entertainment industry with the Hope Project: The Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown measures have had far-reaching effects
SA’s queer community in mourning after LGBTQ dance groundbreaker murdered: Kirvan Fortuin, a well known and internationally recognised
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More than 57 million people joined first Global Pride event
Global Pride, the 27-hour virtual Pride that took place on June 27, reached a worldwide
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Shock as Moshe Ndiki and Phelo Bala relationship mired in abuse claims
In a heartbreaking turn, one of South Africa’s most high profile gay
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Craig Lucas unveils his new heartbreaking ballad, Happy
The new single from out ‘The Voice SA’ winner Craig Lucas, is a pop ballad about
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Study finds LGBTQ inclusion in media doesn’t only speak to its rainbow audience
A new study has shown that LGBTQ affirming ads and media
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