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“Who Am I to Judge?”: The Pope Who Opened the Door to LGBTQ+ Dialogue:
Pope Francis dies at 88, leaving behind a mixed but historic legacy on LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Catholic Church.
UK Supreme Court Excludes Trans Women from Definition of ‘Woman’:
In a major blow to equality, the UK Supreme Court rules that the definition of "woman" under the country’s Equality Act excludes trans women.
Updated LGBTQIA+ Guidelines Launched for South African Mental Health Professionals:
Mental health professionals in South Africa now have access to updated new guidelines for working affirmatively with LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Nakhane Strips Down and Reclaims Power in Bold Cover of “Killer” (Video):
South African multimedia artist Nakhane returns to the music scene with a deeply personal reinterpretation of the 1990 dance anthem, Killer.
Jason Orpheus Dedicates Powerful New Song to Gay Imam Muhsin Hendricks (Listen):
Jason Orpheus dedicates his new single Beauty on the Fire to slain queer Imam Muhsin Hendricks. A powerful tribute to love and self-worth.
Russia Bans Elton John AIDS Foundation:
British singer Elton John's AIDS Foundation has been outlawed by the Russian authorities due to its support for LGBTQ+ rights.
Heartbreak as SA LGBTQ+ Groups Downsize Amid Trump’s Funding Cuts:
Two leading South African LGBTIQ+ groups drastically scale down their services and let go of dozens of staff members due to US funding cuts.
This Year’s Free State Pride Was Cancelled – Here’s Why:
The 2025 edition of the annual Free State Pride has been cancelled, dealing a blow to LGBTIQ+ visibility in the province.
Eastern Cape Marriage Bill Hearings Expose Anti-LGBTQ Sentiment:
Public hearings on South Africa's proposed new Marriage Bill in the Eastern Cape have revealed ongoing resistance to same-sex marriage.
Walt Disney Overwhelmingly Rejects Anti-LGBTQ+ Proposal:
In a welcome move, the vast majority of Walt Disney Company shareholders vote to remain in an LGBTQ+ workplace equality initiative.