LGBT group slams Trump’s choice of running mate
Donald Trump’s choice of Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate in the presidential election is not good news for LGBT Americans. The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), America’s largest LGBT rights organisation, has blasted Trump for announcing Pence, an evangelical Christian, as his candidate for Vice President. “Donald Trump just doubled down on his agenda of hate […]
“They don’t care about us”: Parties don’t pitch for LGBTI election meeting
Only one of the four political parties that confirmed their attendance at an LGBTI local election event in Pietermaritzburg bothered to arrive. The meeting, hosted by the Gay & Lesbian Network, aimed to provide an opportunity for the LGBTI community to engage with the major parties on issues of concern to them with regard to […]
Here’s the gay dad and son featured in Jet Stores ad campaign
Jet Stores has taken the brave step of aligning itself with gay families in its new ‘Denim Doesn’t Discriminate’ campaign. The clothing retailer has launched a series of videos that focus on and celebrate our diversity, common humanity and inclusiveness as a nation. The campaign features seven real South African stories centred on individual experiences […]
Durban Pride 2016 expected to be a bumper edition
Taking place alongside the International Aids Conference this year, Durban Pride 2016 is set to be an especially unique and memorable outing. Durban Pride Week runs from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 July and was moved from its usual June date to coincide with the huge global event. Highlights will include the Mr & Miss […]
Home Affairs says it can’t stop gay hate preacher coming to South Africa
There’s been frustration after the Minister of Home Affairs said that he can’t stop kill-the-gays pastor Steven Anderson from entering South Africa. Minister Malusi Gigaba has responded to a petition urging the government to take action against the preacher’s 18 September “Soulwinning Marathon” in Johannesburg. Department of Home Affairs spokesperson Mayihlome Tshwete told Times Lives: “The […]
Must watch: Gay acrobats in stunning art video
A breathtaking depiction of same-sex love has been released in honour of the victims of the Orlando massacre. The short film features two acrobats who impossibly spin around each other in a large metal hoop to the sound of Arrow by The Irrepressibles. They touch, embrace and kiss in a dance that is full of […]
South Africa’s LGBTI community much more likely to suffer from depression
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group reports that the LGBTI community is three to four times more likely to suffer from stress, anxiety, and depression. While these conditions affect around 10% of the general South African population, the rate amongst LGBTI people is between 31% and 45%. The statistics were highlighted this July, which […]
France eases gay blood donation ban
France is for the first time in 30 years allowing gay men to donate blood, but with a major proviso. The move to lift the gay blood donation ban was first promised in November by Health Minister Marisol Touraine. She said at the time that donating blood should not be conditional on someone’s “sexual orientation”. […]
First gay Bachelor-style reality show being made
A first of its kind television reality show will see a group of men vying to win the heart of a hunky gay bachelor. Titled Finding Prince Charming, the new dating show is currently in production and will début on America’s Logo network. Hosted by former ‘N Sync member Lance Bass, the series will see […]
Canada: Stunning reversal as Anglican Church rejects then accepts gay marriage
Following a controversial voting glitch, the Anglican Church of Canada has within a day rejected and then affirmed same-sex marriage. On Monday, over 200 delegates narrowly voted at the General Synod in Toronto against a resolution, by one vote, which would have allowed same-sex marriage in the church. The next day, concerns were raised that […]