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Pope suggests priests could bless same-sex unions:
Pope Francis has indicated that there may be leeway for priests to offer some form of blessing to same-sex couples on a case-by-case basis.

Queer film in Africa is rising – even in countries with the harshest anti-LGBTIQ+ laws:
Author and academic Gibson Ncube looks at the growing influence of African queer film, despite censorship and oppressive laws.

In pictures: Soweto Pride 2023:
Here's our colourful gallery of images of the 19th edition of Soweto Pride, which was another powerful celebration of LGBTIQ+ joy and unity.

Soweto Pride 2023 a vibrant display of LGBTIQ+ joy and solidarity:
Soweto Pride was a vibrant expression of queer joy and celebration underpinned by powerful messages of inclusion, dignity and equality.

Devastating impact of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act revealed:
The profound effects of Uganda's Anti-Homosexuality Act have been laid bare in a new report, revealing more than 300 documented cases.

Back to the Future: MCQP returns for a blast from the past:
South Africa's premier costume and LGBTQIA+ celebration, the Mother City Queer Project (MCQP), is set to rise from its glittery ashes.

Pretoria Pride 2023 is celebrating its first decade!:
Get ready for a vibrant celebration of love, diversity, and acceptance as Pretoria Pride marks its 10th anniversary on Sat 7 October!

Should Grindr be banned in South Africa?:
A South African security company calls for a ban on Grindr to safeguard members of the LGBTQ+ community against violence and exploitation.

Namibia: Parliament votes to ban same-sex marriage:
In a troubling step backwards, lawmakers in Namibia have unanimously approved a bill that outlaws same-sex marriage.
FEATURES

In pictures: Soweto Pride 2023: The 19th edition of Soweto Pride, which took place on Saturday, 30 September, served as a vibrant celebration of LGBTIQ+ joy

Devastating impact of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act revealed: The profound and harmful effects of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality

South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: August 2023: OUT LGBT Well-being and MambaOnline publish a monthly overview of reported LGBTIQ+ rights violations

Opinion: Dodging the dodgy old queen stereotype:
As older gay men we can choose to be mentors or dementors.
Back when he was a nineteen-year-old

Rugby World Cup: Gay rugby players who’ve flown the rainbow flag: The 2023 Rugby World Cup is underway. Not only will many of us be glued

HIV Risk: Top vs Bottom: According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, receptive (bottom) partners are 13 times more likely to become infected

Sex – Why I’m Glad I Waited: In my first year of drama school a classmate and I were partnered to do a small group acting scene together. He was a year older
Entertainment

Back to the Future: MCQP returns for a blast from the past: South Africa’s premier costume and LGBTQIA+ celebration, the Mother City Queer

Pretoria Pride 2023 is celebrating its first decade!: Get ready for a vibrant and exhilarating celebration of love, diversity, and acceptance as Pretoria

Are you the next Mr Gay World South Africa? Entries now open!: The Mr. Gay World South Africa pageant is back for its 2023 edition, and aspiring

Johannesburg Pride reveals new venue for 2023: The organisers of Africa’s oldest LGBTIQ+ Pride event have announced a new home for the 2023 edition
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Pope suggests priests could bless same-sex unions
Pope Francis has hinted at the possibility of priests offering blessings to same-sex couples, marking
Pope Francis has hinted at the possibility of priests offering blessings to same-sex couples, marking
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Queer film in Africa is rising – even in countries with the harshest anti-LGBTIQ+ laws
A recent book, Queer Bodies in African Films
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In pictures: Soweto Pride 2023
The 19th edition of Soweto Pride, which took place on Saturday, 30 September, served as a vibrant celebration of LGBTIQ+ joy
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Soweto Pride 2023 a vibrant display of LGBTIQ+ joy and solidarity
Saturday’s 19th edition of Soweto Pride was a vibrant expression of
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