Watch: International doccie celebrates Jozi’s queer culture
A documentary exploring the unique queer creative scene and talent in Johannesburg is making waves around the world. Titled Out of This World, the film was produced for contemporary culture platform i-D and directed by Matt Lambert. American LGBTQ activist, musician and performance artist Mykki Blanco presents the documentary, which features a number of the […]
Indonesia | Dozens arrested in raid on gay sauna
Despite homosexuality not being illegal, up to 58 people have been arrested in a police raid on a so-called gay party in Indonesia. A number of foreigners were among those detained in Friday’s raid on a Jakarta sauna popular with gay men. It’s believed that most of those arrested have been released, but five to […]
Tom of Finland among global LGBT films for Cape Town
The Cape Town International Film Market and Festival, taking place from 12 to 21 October at the V & A Waterfront, will be a celebration of film from across the world, with a focus on inclusion and diversity. Best of all, this year’s outing will feature a strong LGBT presence. For the first time, this […]
Tshwane mayor at Pretoria Pride: “Africa must wake up”
Attending Pretoria Pride, the Mayor of Tshwane, Solly Msimanga, has called on Africa’s leaders to protect and embrace the LGBTI community. On Saturday, Msimanga joined hundreds of people for the Pride march through Centurion; believed to a first for a Gauteng mayor. Only Cape Town has previously seen a city’s mayor formally taking part in […]