South Africa’s Graeme Reid named UN LGBTI watchdog
South African activist and academic Graeme Reid has been named the new UN Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity.
Seven “Grindr Gang” accused appear in court
The seven “Grindr Gang” men accused of kidnapping and assaulting a Wits student, whom they targeted on Grindr, will remain behind bars.
Kenya: Amnesty Integrational warns of dangerous anti-LGBTIQ+ radicalisation
Amnesty International has expressed profound disquiet over the growing wave of radical anti-LGBTIQ+ sentiment in Kenya, both online and in the streets.
Cape Town: Religious queerphobes take down Cathedral Pride flag
A group of self-proclaimed Christians illegally removed the Pride flag outside St. George’s Cathedral in Cape Town, claiming the church is “infested.”
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak doubles down on transphobia
The UK government is hardening its stance against the LGBTIQ+ community, with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak publicly dismissing transgender identities.
Huge victory for LGBTIQ+ rights in Mauritius
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Mauritius has declared the country’s colonial-era ban on same-sex intimacy un-African and unconstitutional.
Pope suggests priests could bless same-sex unions
Pope Francis has indicated that there may be leeway for priests to offer some form of blessing to same-sex couples on a case-by-case basis.
Devastating impact of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act revealed
The profound effects of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act have been laid bare in a new report, revealing more than 300 documented cases.
Should Grindr be banned in South Africa?
A South African security company calls for a ban on Grindr to safeguard members of the LGBTQ+ community against violence and exploitation.
Namibia: Parliament votes to ban same-sex marriage
In a troubling step backwards, lawmakers in Namibia have unanimously approved a bill that outlaws same-sex marriage.