South Africa Mourns LGBTQIA+ Activist Banyana Thobeka Khutamo
South Africa mourns LGBTQIA+ activist Banyana Khutamo, remembered for her fearless fight for equality and queer visibility.
EU Falls Short on Conversion Therapy Ban Despite Massive Public Support
Despite a massive campaign, the EU has stopped short of a binding conversion therapy ban across all member states.
Queer 101: What Is IDAHOBIT and Why Is It Important?
What is IDAHOBIT and did it come about? Learn why 17 May is a global day for LGBTQIA+ visibility, equality and human rights.
Activists Mobilise Against Major Anti-LGBTQ+ “African Values” Conference in Ghana
Activists are pushing back against a major African anti-LGBTQ+ conference planned in Ghana during Pride Month.
Gay Men Urged to Screen for Syphilis – The Silent Infection
Gay men have been urged to test for syphilis as Gauteng STI rates rise and experts warn of the “silent” infection.
“Historic Lows”: Meta, X and YouTube Slammed in New LGBTQ+ Online Safety Report
GLAAD warns that LGBTQ+ safety on Meta, X and YouTube is worsening as hate, harassment and misinformation rise online.
Vatican Report Gives LGBTQ+ Catholics a Voice for the First Time
A new Vatican report includes LGBTQ+ testimonies and signals a softer tone on queer Catholics and church dialogue.
‘Moral Convictions’ Cited as Namibia Tells UN to ‘Wait’ on LGBTQ+ Rights
Namibia tells UN Human Rights Council that LGBTQ+ rights depend on “moral conviction”, dodging reform calls as pressure grows over equality delays.
Ghana AIDS Commission Defends Condoms and Lubricants Amid Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Attack
Ghana’s AIDS Commission has been forced to defend its work after an anti-LGBTQ+ MP claimed its distribution of condoms and lubricant promotes homosexuality.
Senegal’s New Anti-LGBTQ+ Law is Driving People Away from HIV Care
Data shows that Senegal’s harsh anti-LGBTQ+ law is already driving people away from HIV services, threatening the country’s HIV response.