The Other Side of Alistair Mackay: Pugs, Chaos and Queer Storytelling
South African queer author Alistair Mackay shares insights into his writing, queerness, chaos, and hope in a candid chat about life, love, and his latest book.
Cape Town Ranked Among World’s Top LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities
Cape Town has been recognised as one of the top 30 most LGBTQ+ friendly travel destinations in the world — and the only African city to make the list.
What’s On: A Week of Queer Pride, Protest and Participation
As the final of Pride Month comes to a close, here’s a powerful lineup of events that spotlight queer health, visibility, rights and community celebration.
“Uhambo Lokuphila”: Trans Conversations in the Eastern Cape with Vuyo Ngcofe
In a country where the experiences of trans and gender-diverse individuals are often silenced, Vuyo Ngcofe is using film to visibilise authentic stories.
Queer Books: Activist Angelo Louw’s fictional debut in POWER
Award-winning queer filmmaker, activist and author Angelo C. Louw just added another exciting venture to his already loaded resumè, his first fiction story.
Kivuli & Nuru: Audio Anthology Celebrates African LGBTQ+ Desire
Kivuli & Nuru is a unique new audio collection from HOLAAfrica that boldly celebrates the diversity of African LGBTQ+ desire and intimacy across the continent.
Trans History: Kewpie – The Unapologetic Icon of District Six
“I’ve always realised that I am me. I’m Kewpie. I’m just me.” Cape Town’s Kewpie is remembered as an icon of queer and trans history in South Africa.
Queer History 101: Marsha P. Johnson, The Woman Who Refused to Be Erased
“No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” These words capture the fiery heart and fearless spirit of Marsha P. Johnson.
Namibia: Celebrating African Drag and Vogue Beyond Borders
An exciting international artistic collaboration is set to spotlight African drag and ballroom culture on the global stage.
Brazil: Police Foil Bomb Plot at Lady Gaga Megashow
Police in Brazil say they have foiled a bombing plot targeting the LGBTQIA+ community during Lady Gaga’s record-breaking concert.