Small Town to Big City: A Transgender Woman’s Story of Perseverance in Zimbabwe
Leese, a transgender woman, left home following her dreams—but had to survive rejection and violence before building a thriving career.
Strange Bedfellows: South Africa and its Most Queerphobic BRICS Partners
The BRICS coalition is dominated by anti-democratic nations notorious for oppressing, abusing, and even executing their LGBTQ+ citizens.
In Pictures: Gert-Johan Coetzee’s Disney Collection
Out and proud South African designer, Gert-Johan Coetzee, has unveiled his recent limited-edition capsule collection with Disney.
Beyond Acceptance: Queer Filmmaker Renaldo Schwarp
We spoke with filmmaker Renaldo Schwarp about representation, his journey as a queer storyteller, and the vision behind his newest film.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: December 2024
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in December 2024, collated by OUT and Mamba.
In Pictures: MCQP Mother of Pearl
Experience the spectacle of MCQP, Cape Town’s iconic themed queer party, with these stunning images of its recent 30th edition.
MambaOnline’s Top Interviews and Profiles of 2024
In 2024, MambaOnline showcased inspiring queer trailblazers and changemakers. Here’s your chance to explore our top 10 must-read interviews and profiles of the year.
Meet Strictly Come Dancing’s First Drag Performer and Winner
UK drag star Tayce has made history as the first Strictly Come Dancing drag performer, claiming victory in this year’s Christmas Special.
The Year That Was: MambaOnline’s 15 Most-Read Queer Stories of 2024
2024 was a year of both progress and tragedy for the LGBTIQ+ community in South Africa. Here are our 15 most-read articles of the year.
A Stage for Change: Drag Night Namibia’s Deyonce is Redefining Trans Visibility
Drag Night Namibia has introduced its first transgender performer, who proudly celebrates her African heritage, diversity, and advocacy.