Henry Wackam, Author at MambaOnline - LGBTQ South Africa online

UNHCR Assistant High Commissioner’s Visit Sparks Hope for LGBTQI+ Asylum Seekers in South Africa

Henry Wackam — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 15:00:28 +0000

The Assistant High Commissioner for Protection at the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) recently met with LGBTQI+ asylum seekers in South Africa.

Henry Wackam — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 16:48:37 +0000

South Africa's new White Paper on refugee protection has critical implications, especially for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers in the country.

Henry Wackam — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:31:00 +0000

The 19th annual Soweto Pride brought to the forefront the critical issues faced by LGBTQI+ refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa.

Henry Wackam — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:54:56 +0000

The recent Johannesburg fire has highlighted the desperate need for safe housing and shelter for marginalised LGBTQI+ migrants and refugees.

Henry Wackam — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 09:13:36 +0000

In a concerning turn of events, South Africa’s Dr Khanyisile Litchfield-Tshabalala was barred from speaking on human rights in the DRC.

Henry Wackam — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:48:59 +0000

In many African countries, anti-gay legislation and LGBTQI+ discrimination have created significant barriers to healthcare access.

Henry Wackam — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:54:17 +0000

LGBTQ+ people in Cameroon face alarming persecution, forcing many to flee their country in search of safety and protection in South Africa.