Queer African Artists Will Unite in Bold New Johannesburg Exhibition
Queer African artists from across the continent are set to showcase powerful work in a new Johannesburg exhibition for IDAHOBIT 2026, curated by Renaldo Schwarp.
SAHRC Settles Beloftebos Same-Sex Wedding Discrimination Case
After 6 years, the Beloftebos same-sex wedding venue discrimination case is settled in the Western Cape Equality Court, but the outcome is mixed, and questions remain.
Historic Step: Botswana Officially Removes Same-Sex Ban from Law
Botswana removes same-sex intimacy ban from its law, years after a landmark court ruling, marking a historic step for LGBTQ+ rights.
Community Supports Gay Dads After Viral Street Clash with Right-Wing Influencer
Gay dad faces charges after clash with right-wing influencer who targeted his family. Community raises over $150k in support.
SA Deputy Minister Steve Letsike Visits World’s Largest Planned LGBTQ2+ Monument
SA Deputy Minister Steve Letsike visits Canada’s planned largest LGBTQ2+ monument, honouring history, justice and queer communities.
Cape Town’s Hate Speech Pastor Targets Marc Lottering and LGBTQ+ Community
Pastor Oscar Bougardt, previously found guilty of hate speech, targets the LGBTQ+ community again, raising concerns about court order violations.
Constitutional Court’s SAHRC Ruling Could Weaken LGBTQ+ Rights Enforcement in South Africa
The Constitutional Court has restricted the SAHRC’s powers, raising concerns about the enforcement of LGBTQ+ rights in South Africa.
EU Court Delivers Landmark Blow to Hungary’s Anti-LGBTI+ “Propaganda” Law
Top EU court rules that Hungary’s anti-LGBTI+ law violates human rights and EU values, marking a major victory for equality.
eThekwini Pride 2026 Reveal Sets the Stage for Action Beyond Symbolism
Details for eThekwini Pride 2026 have been announced, with the week-long event set to culminate with the march along the Durban Promenade on 6 June.
Senegal’s New Anti-LGBTQ+ Law Claims First Victim
A young man has become the first person sentenced under Senegal’s newly enacted anti-LGBTQ+ law, raising serious human rights concerns.