Dr Bev Ditsie: “I’m in awe that I’m still alive”

Ahead of their 50th, we spoke to Dr Bev Ditsie about regrets, staying true to themselves, and what advice they’d give their 19-year-old self.
Social media star Nadia Jaftha distances herself from homophobic brother

Nadia Jaftha, one of SA’s top social media influencers, says she does not agree with her brother’s shocking attack on the LGBTIQ+ community.
Historic! Chris Pappas to become SA’s first openly gay mayor

In a historic moment for the LGBTIQ+ community, Chris Pappas will become the first openly gay mayor in South Africa, and likely Africa too.
“It’s not talked about”: Dr Dulcy Rakumakoe on queer mental health

The LGBTIQ+ community faces high rates of mental health challenges. Dr Dulcy Rakumakoe talks about dealing with the crisis in South Africa.
A sister’s grief | Gay man murdered in alleged Joburg hate crime

A woman is devastated after witnessing her gay brother stabbed to death in front of her during a night out that went horribly wrong.
Unlearning the Bible’s ‘condemnation’ of homosexuality

Does the Bible condemn homosexuality? A landmark new publication helps Christians understand the Bible in a more LGBTIQ-affirming way.
Bujy Bikwa assault arrest sparks online homophobia

The shocking alleged assault by gay media personality Bujy Bikwa of entertainer Boity Thulo has been used as an excuse for homophobia.
Pride Month kicks off in Johannesburg with flag raising event

The Pride Rainbow Flag was raised at Constitution Hill in Johannesburg on Friday to mark the official start of Pride Month in South Africa.
Photos | Soweto Pride 2021

Check out all our photos of the 17th annual Soweto Pride; a scaled-down edition that lost none of its passion for LGBTIQ+ equality.
Soweto Pride returns to the streets

A scaled-down 17th edition of Soweto Pride returned to its rightful place, the streets of the bustling township, under the theme of “safety, justice, freedom are our rights”.