LGBT Zimbabweans have NOT given up
Misleading headlines in the media have suggested that LGBT Zimbabweans have stopped fighting for equality. The original report by New Zimbabwe featured the headline: “Gays Give Up Fight for Same Sex Marriages, Say Zimbabwe Not Yet Ready.” That article’s content was repeated by numerous other outlets around the world under the headline of: “Homosexuality – […]
Aussie Prime Minister not welcome at Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
The organisers of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras say they don’t want Prime Minster Malcom Turnbull at next year’s parade. On Saturday, the iconic event held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and passed a motion criticising Turnbull for his role in delaying same-sex marriage in Australia. The motion reads: “The AGM of Sydney […]
Q&A: The Feather Awards’ Thami Kotlolo
This year marked the eighth anniversary of the influential Feather Awards. Initially a glitzy exercise in celebrity worship (honouring actors, singers, politicians and other public figures who found favour with the gay community) it’s since grown to include LGBTI role models and activists. In 2016, the Feathers added further gravitas to its purpose; travelling across […]