“Just Don’t Go”: Texas Drag Ban Struck Down Again as Judge Rules Law Unconstitutional
A federal judge has ruled a drag ban in Texas is unconstitutional in a victory for drag performers, LGBTQ+ rights and free expression.
In Pictures: Inside Zanele Muholi’s Powerful Brave Beauties Exhibition Opening
Zanele Muholi’s Brave Beauties exhibition, celebrating trans women, recently opened at Constitution Hill. MambaOnline was there to capture the event.
Ghana’s Anglican Archbishop Rejects Criminalisation of Gay People
Ghana’s West African Anglican Archbishop says the church does not support criminalising gay people, despite his country’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill.
Petition Calls on South Africa to Reject Anti-Rights “Family Values” Conference
MambaOnline has launched a petition calling on South Africa to reject a planned Pan-African “family values” hate conference in Cape Town.
Zanele Muholi’s Brave Beauties Brings Trans Visibility to Constitution Hill
Zanele Muholi’s Brave Beauties exhibition at Constitution Hill celebrates trans women, visibility and their place in South Africa’s heritage.
Senegal: 71 Face Trial After Mass LGBTQ+ Arrests Under Harsh New Law
Senegal sends 71 people to trial after mass LGBTQ+ arrests as the country intensifies its crackdown under a harsh new anti-gay law.
Pretoria Pride and Jacaranda Pride Clash Over Date Change
A date change has turned into a social media spat after Pretoria Pride and Jacaranda Pride moved their dates to the same day in October.
“Jail Him!” Original Hate Speech Complainant Calls for Pastor Oscar Bougardt to Face the Music
An original Pastor Oscar Bougardt hate speech complainant says repeated court order breaches should have consequences, including possible imprisonment.
In Pictures: The Powerful Final March of WorldPride Amsterdam 2026
See powerful images from the WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 closing march, as thousands took to the streets for Pride, equality and human rights.
Paarl Rocked by Murder of 17-Year-Old LGBTQ+ Learner Justine Davids
Paarl mourns 17-year-old LGBTQ+ learner Justine Davids after her murder. Three suspects have been arrested in connection with her death.