Somizi blocked from Zimbabwe event for being gay

Church leaders and politicians in Zimbabwe have succeeded in blocking Somizi Mhlongo from appearing at a restaurant opening because of his sexuality.
Photos | Joburg celebrates Pride in Maboneng

Johannesburg’s Maboneng district exploded in queer celebration on Saturday 30 October as the city commemorated its 32nd LGBTIQ+ Pride.
South Africa’s Louw Breytenbach scoops Mr Gay World 2021 title

Louw Breytenbach from South Africa has been crowned Mr Gay World 2021, making the country a third-time winner of the coveted international title.
Moffie director Oliver Hermanus to helm gay love story

SA filmmaker Oliver Hermanus, best known for Moffie, will direct a new gay romance set in the USA and starring The Crown actor Josh O’Connor.
Cape Town Pride 2022 ‘goes to Belgium’ for launch

With real-world events back on the calendar, plans for Cape Town Pride 2022 will be unveiled at a Belgium-themed affair on 27 November.
Here are all the Pride Month queer parties in Joburg

Jozi’s queer community is celebrating the end of Pride Month with a series of bashes on Saturday 30 October in Joburg. Take your pick!
Apple Music enlists 3 SA artists to take over Pride Playlists

To celebrate Johannesburg Pride Month, Apple Music has enlisted three South African artists to take over their flagship Pride Playlists.
Here are 12 LGBTQIA+ highlights on Showmax

From lesbian superheroes to a gay coming-of-age horror, here are 12 LGBTQIA+ shows and movies on Showmax this Pride Month.
Philippines’ Kodie Macayan named Mr Gay World 2020

Kodie Macayan from the Philippines was crowned Mr Gay World 2020 in a virtual finale on Saturday night, the second win in a row for the country.
Fury and joy as new Superman comes out as bisexual

DC Comics has caused a firestorm after revealing that the new Superman, who is the son of the original iconic character, is bisexual.