Pope Meets Ugandan LGBTIQ Activist in Rome
In a historic moment, a Ugandan LGBTQ+ activist has met with Pope Francis at the Vatican, receiving his support for equal rights.
Paris Olympics: African LGBTQ+ Boxer Cindy Ngamba Wins Medal
Cameroonian-born boxer Cindy Ngamba has become the only openly LGBTQ+ African athlete to win a medal at the Paris Olympic Games.
Nigeria: LGBTIQ+ Community Shaken by Murder of Trans Social Media Figure
Nigeria’s LGBTIQ+ community is mourning the brutal murder of Chantelle, popularly known as Abuja Area Mama, a well-known transgender TikToker.
Bulgaria Passes “LGBTI Propaganda” Ban in Schools
The Parliament of Bulgaria has passed a Russian-style “gay propaganda” ban that will outlaw any representation of LGBT+ people in schools.
Mauritius Pride Celebrates Newfound Freedom for LGBTIQ+ Community
The recent 2024 Mauritius Pride march saw LGBTQ+ individuals and allies come out to celebrate the freedom to openly be themselves.
Liberia: New Bill Aims to Punish Homosexuality with Life in Prison
An extreme anti-LGBTIQ+ bill has been introduced in the Parliament of Liberia, following in the footsteps of similarly draconian legislation in Uganda and Ghana.
Uganda: Man Charged with Aggravated Homosexuality Released on Bail After a Year
Michael Opolot, one of the first men to face the death penalty under Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act, has been released on bail.
British Medical Association Calls for Pause on Cass Review Implementation
The British Medical Association has raised concerns about the methodologies and recommendations of the controversial Cass Review.
Ghana: UN Criticises Court Ruling Upholding Anti-Gay Law
The UN Human Rights Office says it “deeply regrets” the Ghana Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the colonial-era ban on same-sex intimacy.
“Fragile” Conservative Christian Meltdown Over Olympic Drag Feast
Conservative Christians have been clutching their collective pearls at a scene in the opening of the Olympic Games that they believe mocked the Biblical last supper.