US joins 12 nations in refusing to condemn execution of gay people
In a historic first, the United Nations Human Rights Council has voted to condemn the imposition of the death penalty for consensual same-sex relations. The 47-member Human Rights Council passed the resolution – “The question of the death penalty” – on Friday, with 27 states voting in favour, 13 against and 7 abstentions. The resolution asked […]
This same-sex couple made a splash at the Pretoria Boys High matric dance
The matric dance is a rite of passage for many young South Africans, including this same-sex couple from Pretoria Boys High. Listeners of Jacarana FM’s Scenic Drive show recently shared photos of their children’s matric dance with host Rian van Heerden. A picture of Joshua Harper and Ryan Nortje attending their special night was sent in […]
Why Gay Pride is as relevant as ever
Over the weekend, some members of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender) community congregated for the annual Soweto Pride activities. I wasn’t aware of this event until a friend brought it up during a call as he sought my views on it. He isn’t in favour of marches of any kind as he believes […]
Soweto Pride 2017 reclaims the streets! (Pictures)
Soweto Pride has successfully returned to its rightful place on the Gauteng Pride calendar, following last year’s shock cancellation. Hundreds of members of the LGBTQ community took part in the 12th annual event at the Dorothy Nyembe Park in Dobsonville on Saturday, under the theme of ‘Reclaiming our right to organise!’ The day began with […]