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Author: Tanya Olckers

Tanya Olckers writes both fiction and non-fiction. She lives in Gauteng with her dogs and cats and is also an amateur stand-up comedian.

The unstoppable Pichi Keane, SA’s genderqueer drag queen

South African drag queen, Pichi Keane, has returned home to tour Mzansi after wowing audiences in Hong Kong with her drag cabaret.

Need a little cuddling? Get a professional.

Cuddling can be good for your overall health – and South Africa has its own queer-friendly professional cuddlers who could help.

Make a queer difference in Mandela Month

When there are so many causes to choose, who can you support this Mandela Month? We found three LGBTQI+ organisations for you to consider.

Making friends and meeting other queer people

Meeting fellow queers can be a challenge. Sometimes we want a friendship instead of a hook-up. Here are some ideas on how to do it.

Harsher punishments for queer communities in some African countries

Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda have all opted for harsh punishments for LGBTQI+ individuals and their allies. And things could get worse.

Given Baloyi inspires, motivates and educates on the black queer experience

Radio content producer and Unstoppable Thabooty reality TV star Given Baloyi discusses, queer life and LGBTQI+ rights in South Africa.

10 African queer books you should read

Here are ten memorable books that explore the African queer experience from different countries and perspectives.

A queer comic for queer folk: Iron Nail Afternoon

Award-winning South African queer artist LJ Phillips talks to Mamba about her online comic series, Iron Nail Afternoon.

Leon Haasbroek talks about SA’s latest genderless fashion trends

We take a look at the latest in genderless fashion trends – as seen in recent SA Fashion Week collections – with publicist Leon Haasbroek,

The remarkable life of Dr James Barry

Dr James Barry left his mark on the Cape Colony in the 19th century, but few knew at the time that the venerated surgeon was transgender man.

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