Queer Authors Recognised by 2025 Sunday Times Literary Awards
Queer authors Alistair Mackay and Siya Khumalo have been recognised for their LGBTQ-themed novels on the 2025 Sunday Times Literary Awards longlist.
Botswana Forum to Spotlight LGBTQ+ Economic Inclusion and Power
Gaborone, Botswana will become the epicentre of a bold conversation about Africa’s future—one that centres economic inclusion and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Grindr Introduces Mandatory Age Verification in the UK
Queer dating app Grindr will now require its users in the UK to verify that they are 18 years or older before they are able to access its platform.
Cape Town Theatre: 5-Star London Theatre Hit “Moffie” Comes Home
After a critically acclaimed, 5-star run in London, the internationally celebrated stage adaptation of “Moffie” arrives in Cape Town for a limited season.
LGBTQ+ Rights Victory: Court Strikes Down St Lucia Colonial-Era Gay Sex Ban
In a landmark decision for LGBTIQ+ rights, a regional Supreme Court has declared St Lucia’s ban on same-sex intimacy unconstitutional.
Nigeria: High School Students Beaten to Death Over Homosexuality Claims
Local media in Nigeria report that a group of high school students allegedly murdered two of their classmates after accusing them of same-sex intimacy.
Soweto Pride Announces Major Shake-up for 2025
The annual Soweto Pride event has announced a dramatic change to how it will stage its march and post-march celebration in 2025.
Queer 101: What it Means to Be Non-Binary
In recent years, more people around the world have begun identifying as non-binary. But what does being non-binary actually mean? Here’s a simple explainer.
Mpox Vaccines Are Here: Where to Get Them
South Africa’s Department of Health has announced that vaccines for mpox are now available in three provinces, while also confirming two new cases.
In Pictures: Durban Pride 2025
Durban Pride 2025 lit up the streets with colour, community, and advocacy. See the stunning photo gallery and highlights from the vibrant celebration.