Kenya: Victory for Queer Expression as Court Rules on Banned Lesbian Film “Rafiki”
Kenyan judges say banning lesbian film Rafiki went too far, delivering a significant win for LGBTQ+ visibility and freedom of expression.
Russia Targets Global LGBTIQ+ Rights Group ILGA World Under ‘Undesirable’ Law
Russia has declared global LGBTI rights group ILGA World an “undesirable” organisation, deepening its crackdown on activists and civil society.
Hate Speech Assault: Johannesburg Gay Couple Verbally Attacked by Homophobes
A gay couple in Johannesburg have been left shaken after being subjected to a vicious homophobic hate speech attack in their neighbourhood.
UK Virgin Active Sued Over Anti-Trans Changeroom Policy
Virgin Active in the UK is being sued after banning trans members from using changing rooms aligned with their gender identity.
Gay Footballer Josh Cavallo Says Homophobia Forced Him Out of Adelaide United
Josh Cavallo alleges internal homophobia forced his exit from Adelaide United, reigniting debate about inclusion for gay footballers.
Heated Rivalry: The Steamy Gay Series Everyone’s Talking About
The steamy gay hockey series Heated Rivalry is taking queer audiences by storm — and challenging toxic masculinity along the way.
Progress at Last? South Africa’s Draft Hate Crimes Act Regulations Released
After years of delay, SA’s hate crimes act regulations are open for comment. Here’s how they could affect LGBTQ+ safety and justice.
Chris Pappas, South Africa’s First Gay Mayor, Cleared of Corruption by Public Protector
Chris Pappas has been formally cleared by the Public Protector, which found no evidence of corruption or nepotism against South Africa’s first gay mayor.
Queer Stories That Defined 2025: MambaOnline’s Most-Read Articles
A look back at MambaOnline’s most-read LGBTQ+ news and opinion pieces of 2025, a year of backlash, loss and defiant queer voices.
Juvenile Stunt: Renaldo Gouws Raises Money to Send Queer Person to Gaza
A juvenile and tasteless Gaza fundraiser by Renaldo Gouws draws criticism for mocking queer solidarity and human rights.