Relief as Gambia’s new president says homosexuality “not an issue”
In the wake of former President Jammeh’s virulently homophobic rule, Gambia’s new leader appears far less concerned about the so-called “threat” of homosexuality. This week, President Adama Barrow spoke for the first time on the issue of LGBT rights. According to The Point, he said that that homosexuality is not an issue in Gambia. He […]
I am what I am! It’s time for Cape Town Pride 2017
The Mother City is gearing up for its annual Cape Town Pride festivities from the 24th of February, culminating with the parade and mardi gras on the 4th of March. This year’s theme is ‘I am what I am’. It, explain the organisers, “celebrates the individuality of every member of the community and says that […]
DA calls for suspension of homophobic KZN lecturers
The Democratic Alliance says that the two lecturers who allegedly verbally abused and threw out a gay student in Umlazi must be suspended. Last week, 20-year-old Bheka Khanyile revealed that he had been victimised at Coastal College in Umlazi because of his sexual orientation. Cllr Martin Meyer, DA EThekwini Councillor, said that he had met with […]
8 ways to open yourself up to love
February is celebrated worldwide as the month of love. We’re inundated with glossy, perfect and happy Valentine’s couples in the media, leaving those of us who’re single wondering, “What about me”? Now don’t get us wrong. Being single can certainly be a happy and healthy way to live, but many of us would like to […]
Churches are fuelling suicide among gays and lesbians
In the wake of the Grace Bible Church furore in South Africa, a new UK report has found that church teaching on same-sex relationships is making lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people more likely to contemplate suicide. The In the Name of Love: The Church, exclusion and LGB mental health issues report by the Oasis […]
We’re in love with this gay-affirming Aussie ad!
An Australian bank has made a powerful advert in support of same-sex love, no matter where it’s expressed. Regardless of how out and proud we may be, it still takes guts to show affection or simply hold hands in public. In fact, it’s likely that many of us simply choose not to do so when […]
Moonlight – the Mamba review
It’s among the most lauded films of the past year, with eight Oscar nominations under its belt. So, does Moonlight live up to the hype as a great queer film? What most surprised me when watching Moonlight is discovering that what lies at its heart is a discreet, delicate love story. It’s one that’s rarely told […]
SA’s Coenie Kukkuk to judge Mr Gay Europe 2017 in Stockholm
Mr Gay Europe 2017 is going back to Stockholm for the second year running, while South Africa’s very own Coenie Kukkuk will return as a judge. Last year’s event kicked off in the Swedish capital before moving on to tour through northern Scandinavia and concluding in Oppdal, a ski resort in Norway. “The days in Stockholm […]
It’s society, not our sexual orientation that’s making us sick
A new study has challenged a common perception that homosexual and bisexual people are inherently at risk of poor mental health and suicide. The study’s lead researcher, Dr Richard Burns from the Australian National University, said that homosexual or bisexual orientation is in itself not a major risk for long-term mental health problems. “Childhood sexual […]
Calling all the young LGBTI heroes out there
A new programme for LGBTI youth is urging “young heroes” to share their positive and empowering experiences to help others find their way. “I’m not a girl, not yet a woman”, Britney Spears sang in the adolescent phase of her pop princess reign. Cheesy as it may be, everyone can relate and identify with that […]