Lil Nas X sends message of hope to gays fans in Saudi Arabia
After one of his tracks topped the charts in Saudi Arabia, Lil Nas X has expressed support for his gay fans living in the oppressive country.
Hungary: Bill will allow same-sex families to be reported
The Parliament of Hungary has passed a new bill encouraging citizens to report illegal same-sex families to the state.
Tanzania: MPs seek to tighten anti-LGBTQ+ laws with extreme measures
In the wake of neighbouring Uganda’s draconian new Anti-Homosexuality Bill, lawmakers in Tanzania are demanding harsher penalties against LGBTQ+ people.
North Dakota passes 10 anti-LGBTQ+ bills in one day
The US state of North Dakota has broken the record for the most anti-LGBTQ+ bills passed in a single day in modern American history.
SA LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: March 2023
Here’s an overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and case updates in South Africa in March 2023, collated by OUT and Mamba.
Volkswagen South Africa radio ad found to be homophobic
The Advertising Regulatory Board says that a recent radio advert for Volkswagen South Africa is an example of “everyday homophobia”.
Julius Malema: Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill must be stopped!
Led by Julius Malema draped in a rainbow flag, the EFF marched to Uganda’s High Commission to picket against the Anti-Homosexuality Bill.
Uganda anti-LGBTIQ+ bill protests for Pretoria and Cape Town
Here’s your opportunity to speak out! Pretoria and Cape Town will be the sites of protests this Friday against Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Bill.
Darcelle, the world’s oldest drag queen has died
American drag star Darcelle, who was performed by Walter Cole and held the record as the world’s oldest known drag artist, has passed away.
Patriotic Alliance President Gayton McKenzie tells homophobes to take a hike
Gayton McKenzie, the President of the Patriotic Alliance (PA), has told homophobes and transphobes to join another party.