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Campaign for Cape Town’s Sandy Bay to Be Officially Recognised as Nudist Beach

There are calls for Sandy Bay in Cape Town, known internationally as a gay meeting spot, to be officially recognised as a nudist beach.

Zanele Muholi: Queer South African Visual Activist Cements Their Global Influence

For more than two decades, Zanele Muholi has used photography to open space for queer representation in South Africa and across the world.

‘Your Difference is Not a Weakness’: Gregory Maqoma on Queerness and His New Dance Work Genesis

Queer choreographer Gregory Maqoma explores identity, African cosmology and renewal in his powerful new dance work Genesis at the Joburg Theatre.

Zanele Muholi Wins ‘Nobel Prize of Photography’ in Global Recognition of Queer Visual Activism

South African queer artist Zanele Muholi has been announced as the recipient of the prestigious 2026 Hasselblad Award.

Dope Saint Jude on her New Album, and the Music Industry in 2026

Cape Town rapper Dope Saint Jude discusses her new album I Said What I Said, queer community, creative inspiration and the evolving global music industry.

South Africa Mourns Queer Icon Soli Philander, Trailblazing Performer and Activist

Tributes pour in after the death of Soli Philander, a trailblazing queer performer, TV presenter and advocate for marginalised communities.

In Pictures: Cape Town Pride Mardi Gras 2026

The Cape Town Pride Mardi Gras 2026 closed the city's Pride month in glittering style in Green Point. View photos of the celebration here.

“I Don’t Have Regrets”: Ilano Sky on Being Big Brother Mzansi’s First Trans Housemate

Ilano Sky opens up to MambaOnline on becoming Big Brother Mzansi’s first trans housemate, LGBTQ+ representation and her plans for the future.

In Pictures: Cape Town Pride Parade 2026 – Colour, Purpose, and Power

The Cape Town Pride Parade 2026 united celebration and protest while honouring queer lives lost. View the exclusive photos!

Queer Stories Take Centre Frame at the Joburg Film Festival 2026

The 2026 Joburg Film Festival is screening three standout queer films that offer distinct, powerful explorations of love, risk, and belonging.

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