UN LGBTI rights watchdog engages with South African activists
Graeme Reid, the newly-appointed UN Independent Expert on LGBTI rights violations, recently met with LGBTI+ activists in Johannesburg.
Ghana bishops affirm support for abhorrent anti-LGBTQ+ bill
The Catholic Church of Ghana has sought to dispel confusion about its stance on homosexuality and support for the country’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill.
Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill passes final hurdle in Parliament
South Africa’s Parliament has passed the amended version of the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, which will be sent to President Ramaphosa.
Report: Teachers accused of “gross misconduct” in “preventable” suicide
A damning report on the tragic suicide of 12-year-old learner Sibusiso Mbatha has uncovered evidence of emotional and homophobic abuse by the deputy principal at his Gauteng school. The Grade 6 learner at Khehlekile Primary School in Thokoza took his own life on October 23, reportedly after being subjected to emotional trauma and bullying, allegedly […]
In Pictures: Johannesburg Pride 2023 Gallery Two
Here’s our second exclusive gallery of stunning images of the 2023 edition of Johannesburg Pride, Africa’s largest LGBTIQ+ event!
In Pictures: Johannesburg Pride 2023 Gallery One
Here’s our first exclusive gallery of stunning images of the 2023 edition of Johannesburg Pride, Africa’s largest LGBTIQ+ event!
Cape Town gay hate preacher Oscar Bougardt gets 9 months in prison (suspended)
Oscar Bougardt, the Cape Town pastor convicted of LGBTIQ+ hate speech five years ago, avoids prison again with a suspended sentence.
Johannesburg Pride marched for queer Africans who can’t
Saturday’s Johannesburg Pride march was dedicated to LGBTIQ+ people across the African continent who face oppression and hate.
Homophobic bullying: Gauteng learner takes own life
A 12-year-old boy from Gauteng has died by suicide following what appears to be a case of homophobic bullying involving a school teacher.
Outcry over Steve Hofmeyr’s Cape Town shows
Steve Hofmeyr, who apologised to the LGBTIQ+ community for his queerphobic remarks, is facing more controversy over upcoming concerts in Cape Town.