THE STATE OF LGBT ACTIVISM

Activists working for the rights of LGBT people in many countries are still under-resourced, unnecessarily isolated, and vulnerable to violent backlash even after four decades of struggle.
OBAMA TAKES A SMALL STEP FORWARD

President Obama has signed a presidential memorandum which will grant the same-sex partners of federal employees only some benefits, but not others.
COURT ALLOWS KIDS TO MEET DAD’S PARTNER

A court in Georgia has rejected a custody ruling which banned a gay father’s children from having any contact with his gay friends or partners.
LAW TO “PROTECT” KIDS FROM HOMOSEXUALITY
The Lithuanian parliament has passed legislation which will ban any information on homosexuality in schools or in media accessible by young people.
ARISE FASHION WEEK GALLERY 1

Arise Africa Fashion Week recently showcased the best of the continents design talent in Joburg. With summer in the offing, swimwear was in the spotlight thanks to Craig Port and Lovewaterlove.
ARISE FASHION WEEK GALLERY 2

While menswear was often neglected at Arise Africa Fashion Week in Joburg, Mambaonline presents a highlight of what was on offer, with a focus on the monster show by Carducci.