“A Martyr for Love, Justice, and Peace”: Imam Muhsin Hendricks Honoured
Civil society organisations, queer religious groups, LGBTIQ+ leaders, and the SA Human Rights Commission honour the life of Muhsin Hendricks.
Fury as Trans and Queer People Erased from Stonewall Monument Website
America’s National Park Service is under fire for removing references to trans and queer people from its page for the Stonewall Monument.
International Criminal Court Recognises LGBTQI+ Persecution in Landmark Case
In a historic first, the International Criminal Court has acknowledged LGBTQI+ individuals as victims of persecution.
Google Calendar Removes Pride Month Listing
Seemingly in an effort to appease the Trump administration, Google has removed default calendar entries for commemorations such as Pride Month.
President Ramaphosa Affirms LGBTQI+ Rights in SONA
Delivering his SONA on Thursday, President Ramaphosa emphasised that South Africa must stay true to its values, including LGBTQI+ equality.
Mabusi Ntuli, Lesbian Spaza Shop Owner and Artist, Gunned Down in KZN
Mabusi Ntuli, a lesbian spaza shop owner, was brutally gunned down on her birthday in KwaZulu-Natal in what appears to be a targeted attack.
Lesbian Teen Brutally Assaulted in Suspected Hate Crime in Joburg’s East Rand
A 14-year-old lesbian teen was viciously attacked by two boys while community members watched and filmed the humiliating and painful incident.
Dark Times as MSM and Trans Health Services Shut Down Across South Africa
America’s shocking suspension of foreign funding has thrown South African organisations serving MSM and transgender communities into chaos.
Crisis Looms as Trump Halts Lifesaving US-Funded HIV Programmes
President Trump may have dealt a devastating blow to the fight against HIV, immediately halting US-funded HIV services across Africa.
Trump’s Revenge: President Trump Slashes Trans Rights on First Day
Newly inaugurated President Donald Trump has issued a devastating executive order attacking the rights of transgender Americans.