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.
South African transgender pilot fights to return to the skies
An experienced South African transgender pilot says that his flying career has been unfairly grounded by the aviation authorities due to his gender identity.
In Pictures: The Faces of Pretoria Pride 2023
Pretoria Pride celebrated its tenth anniversary under the theme of “Be Your Alter Ego.” We were there to capture the faces of Pretoria Pride 2023!
In pictures: Soweto Pride 2023
Here’s our colourful gallery of images of the 19th edition of Soweto Pride, which was another powerful celebration of LGBTIQ+ joy and unity.