New French Guidelines Support Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth

New French medical guidelines back the importance of gender-affirming care for trans youth, including the use of puberty blockers.
Defending Global LGBTI Rights: ILGA World’s Julia Ehrt

Ahead of the ILGA World Conference, we spoke to ILGA World’s Executive Director, Julia Ehrt, about the impact of holding the event in Africa.
Victims of Deadly Hate Crimes Honoured at Johannesburg Pride

The 13 known LGBTIQ+ victims of suspected hate crimes in South Africa were honoured at Saturday’s Johannesburg Pride March.
In Pictures: Johannesburg Pride 2024

Thousands turned out for Johannesburg Pride 2024 in a show of queer joy and visibility. Check out our huge exclusive gallery of images here!
A Tale of Two Moms: Sape and Vee’s Parenting Journey

One of South Africa’s most prominent same-sex couples, Sape Maodi-Swartz and Vaivi ‘Vee’ Swartz, share their parenting journey.
In Pictures: Pretoria Pride 2024

The 2024 edition of Pretoria Pride filled the streets in a celebration of love and diversity. Check out our exclusive gallery of images here!
In Pictures: Soweto Pride 2024

Soweto Pride marked its 20th anniversary on 28 September 2024. We were there to capture these striking images of the day!
Trans Man & Passionate Refugee Advocate: The Story of Thomars Shamuyarira

Thomars Shamuyarira, a proudly out trans man from Zimbabwe, is a dedicated and passionate advocate for LGBTQI+ refugees in South Africa.
Diversity Under Attack: US Corporates Roll Back LGBTQ+ Inclusion Efforts

Under growing right-wing pressure, several major US corporations have rolled back their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Siya Khumalo On His Very ‘Queer Book of Revelation’

Acclaimed author, columnist, political analyst and former pageant queen Siya Khumalo is launching his debut fiction novel, “The Queer Book of Revelation”.