Joburg Queer Scene: A Steamy Night of Queer Performance and Burlesque at Apollo’s

The recently opened Apollo’s Taberna et Mixtarium in Linden, Johannesburg promises to be one of the city’s most exciting new queer venues.
In Pictures: Queer African Artists Lit Up Johannesburg for IDAHOBIT 2026

Photos from Johannesburg’s IDAHOBIT 2026 exhibition celebrating queer African artists, visibility, resistance and community.
Acclaimed Simon Nkoli Musical Returns to Johannesburg for Youth Month

The Simon Nkoli musical returns to Johannesburg for just three shows, celebrating the LGBTQ+ activist, Pride pioneer and anti-apartheid hero.
US LGBTQ+ Groups Push Back Against Plan to Put “Warning Labels” on Queer TV Shows

LGBTQ+ groups oppose Trump-era plan to add warning labels for queer TV stories in the US, calling it discriminatory and government overreach.
MambaOnline Launches New Queer Networking Social In Joburg During Pride Month

A new queer networking event in Johannesburg by MambaOnline will connect LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, creatives and professionals during Pride Month.
Beyond the Margins: Carl Collison on Trans Stories, Visibility and Resistance

Filmmaker Carl Collison discusses trans storytelling, queer Africa and his powerful new Beyond the Margins documentaries.
From Addiction to Advocacy: Jacques Gous Crowned Mr Gay World South-Africa 2026

Jacques Gous was crowned Mr Gay World South-Africa 2026 after sharing his powerful journey of addiction recovery and advocacy.
South African Trans Advocate Simone Heradien Lands Role Inspired by Iconic Granny Lee

Trans rights advocate Simone Heradien joins a new international film inspired by legendary South African transgender icon Granny Lee.
Queer 101: What Is IDAHOBIT and Why Is It Important?

What is IDAHOBIT and did it come about? Learn why 17 May is a global day for LGBTQIA+ visibility, equality and human rights.
Drag, Drama and Shade: Beaulah: Queens van die Kaap Returns for Season 2

Cape Town’s iconic drag queens return for a dramatic second season of the SAFTA-nominated Beaulah: Queens van die Kaap.