Gay African author Binyavanga Wainaina comes out as HIV+
Acclaimed Kenyan author Binyavanga Wainaina, who made waves when he came out as gay in 2014, has revealed that he is HIV positive. Affirming his position as an African role model, Wainaina announced his status on Twitter on 1 December, World Aids Day, writing: “i am HiV Positive, and happy.” Speaking to Daily Nation, he […]
Malawi religious leaders march against homosexuality and abortion
Christian leaders have led hundreds of people in marches to demonstrate against legalising homosexuality and abortion in Malawi. Under the banner of the Citizen March for Life and Family, the events were held in a number of cities across the country on Tuesday. The marches were organised by the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) and […]
Who knew! Scientists say trimming your bush has its dangers
Scientists have found that pubic hair grooming is linked to a heightened risk of acquiring a sexually transmitted infection (STI). The association seems to be strongest among those who groom their pubic hair frequently and intensively; a practice dubbed ‘extreme grooming’ by researchers from the University of California. Pubic hair removal is becoming increasingly common […]
Noluvo Swelindawo murder suspect appears in court, plus how you can help
The man accused of murdering Noluvo Swelindawo, a proudly lesbian woman, appeared in the Blue Downs Regional Court in Cape Town on Wednesday. The alleged killer is 24-year-old Signice Mdani. He was arrested on Monday and has been charged with house breaking, intent to assault, kidnapping and the murder of 22-year-old Swelindawo, also known as […]