Ukraine invasion | US warns LGBTIQ people are targets
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has sparked fears about the safety of LGBTIQ people in the country, with the US warning of a human rights catastrophe.
Botswana | Activists slam “misleading” video about LGBTI sexuality
LGBTI activists in Botswana are alarmed by a video shared on social media that they say is perpetuating negative and dangerous stereotypes.
SA schools must adopt transgender affirming uniform policies
With ongoing reports of discrimination against trans and non-binary school pupils, activists are calling for non-discriminatory gender-affirming uniform guidelines.
LGBT identification in US doubles in a decade
Led by bisexual people, more Americans than ever are identifying as LGBT, with this number expected to continue to rise in the coming years.
Left behind: Ramaphosa’s SONA LGBTIQ exclusion
LGBTIQ rights group lranti is disappointed that President Ramaphosa failed to address pressing LGBTIQ needs in last week’s SONA.
Kuli Roberts remembered as LGBTIQ ally
The LGBTIQ community is mourning the loss of journalist, author and media personality Kuli Roberts, and remembering her as a long-time queer ally.
Oscars recognise LGBTQ talent in nominees list, but Gaga snubbed
This year’s Oscars could see both the Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress categories being won by openly LGBTQ talent.
Ghana | Anglican bishops soften support for anti-LGBTQI+ bill
The Anglican Church of Ghana has taken a small step back from its previously unfettered support for the country’s appalling anti-LGBTQI+ bill.
New HIV variant shows urgent need for universal treatment
The discovery of a new fast-spreading HIV variant is highlighting the urgency of ensuring that everyone living with HIV is on treatment.
Frustration at Ceres male gang-rape sentence delay
The young gay man who was raped by three men in Ceres is forced to endure another wait as the sentencing of his assailants is delayed again.