Ghana: Political Parties Ramp Up Dangerous Homophobic Electioneering
The two leading political parties in Ghana have been accused of fuelling anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment in the lead-up to the country’s elections.
“Demure” TikTok Queen Jools Lebron Sparked Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year
The LGBTIQ+ community’s impact on popular culture is clear in Dictionary.com’s choice of “demure” as Word of the Year.
South African Youth Lead the Continent in LGBTQ+ Acceptance
The 2024 African Youth Survey has highlighted the progressive attitudes of South African youth toward LGBTQ+ rights compared to their peers across the continent.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: October 2024
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in October 2024, collated by OUT and Mamba.
Cape Town’s ILGA World Conference a Milestone for LGBTI Human Rights
Cape Town became a beacon of progress as it hosted the ILGA World Conference, a pivotal moment in the fight for global LGBTI rights.
Chemsex Harm Reduction AI Chatbot Aims to Tackle Stigma and Improve Health
A new AI chatbot has been launched to provide non-judgemental harm reduction support to men who have sex with men who engage in chemsex.
In Pictures: Lesotho Pride 2024
The 2024 Lesotho Pride event marked a vibrant celebration for the country’s LGBTQIA+ community. Check out these stunning images of the day.
Queer Music: Ange Madame Defies Limits with New Album
South African queer avant-garde artist Ange Madame unveils their second album and continues to create unseen worlds in their music and art
LGBTI Movements Under Attack: $100 Million in LGBTI Funding Announced
Amid rising anti-rights backlash, more than $100 million in new LGBTI funding has been pledged for groups and initiatives worldwide.
International Pride Awards Honour Five Global LGBTIQ+ Equality Heroes
Five remarkable advocates for LGBTIQ+ equality were celebrated at the first-ever International Pride Awards in Cape Town on Wednesday.