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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.

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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
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
‘Gay guys can do missionary?’ – how Red, White & Royal Blue brings queer intimacy to mainstream audiences:

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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
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
Heartstopper: how this joyous teen show contrasts with my bitter memories of school life under homophobic law Section 28:

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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
Queer film in Africa is rising – even in countries with the harshest anti-LGBTIQ+ laws A recent book, Queer Bodies in African Films
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
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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Here's our colourful gallery of images of the 19th
The Cape Town Pride Parade recently took to the
Here's a collection of gorgeous images of the post-parade
The #UnfvckenApologetic 14th Feather Awards was a glitzy gathering
Johannesburg Pride 2022 was a joyful and defiant gathering
We came, we saw, we marched! Check out our

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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!
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 contestants are invited to enter the online contest!
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 of Johannesburg Pride - and it's a well-known landmark in the city.