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 ‘gay world cup’: why LGBTQ+ audiences love the Eurovision Song Contest

The 2023 Eurovision Song Contest was watched by 160 million people worldwide. Matt Weaver looks at why it’s so beloved by LGBTQ+ audiences.
Wynand Kotze: (‘n biedjie) Wyn vir die Pyn

TikTok sensation and entertainer Wynand Kotze talks frankly about his career as a gay performer in the conservative Afrikaans community.
Lil Nas X sends message of hope to gays fans in Saudi Arabia

After one of his tracks topped the charts in Saudi Arabia, Lil Nas X has expressed support for his gay fans living in the oppressive country.
Umlilo explores grief in her avant-garde debut album “Mpumi”

Genderbending South African queer artist Umlilo – aka Kwaai Diva – has unveiled her long-anticipated debut album, Mpumi.
Jack Holden talks about bringing his 80s queer play, Cruise, to life

Ahead of the Cape Town opening of the English queer play, Cruise, its creator, Jack Holden, talks about what inspired him.
Nakhane speaks ‘Bastard Jargon’

South Africa’s queer creative innovator Nakhane has released their third album, ‘Bastard Jargon’, a work that’s rooted in “existential sex”.
Darcelle, the world’s oldest drag queen has died

American drag star Darcelle, who was performed by Walter Cole and held the record as the world’s oldest known drag artist, has passed away.