Homophobic actress sues after being fired from LGBTQ role

Actress Seyi Omooba sues British producers of The Color Purple because they fired her from a queer role over her publicly anti-gay views.
Should straight actors be telling queer stories?

The issue of who gets to portray LGBT characters flared up again recently when Russel T Davies likened casting straight actors in gay roles to black face.
Review: Mrs Simpsons – Style and substance

Fans of The Crown will know all about the inspiration behind Mrs Simpsons restaurant. Gavin Hayward reviews this Dullstroom landmark.
Watch! Siv Ngesi stuns in drag – thanks to Manila Von Teez

Actor and social media star Siv Ngesi has transformed into his best (and spectacular) drag self under the expert guidance of Manila Von Teez.
It’s war! Somizi defiant as SANEF calls for action against him

The South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) has called for Somizi “Somgaga” Mhlongo to be charged with intimidating journalists.
Not a good look – Somizi lashes out at journalists

Threats of lawsuits, swearing and allegedly inciting harassment: Somizi lashes out at journalists for writing unflattering reports about him.
Gay TikTok is taking the world by storm

TikTok is the new kid on the social media block, where members of the LGBTQI+ community are making content aimed at queer users.
So what is happening with Cape Town Pride 2021?

How will the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown effect Cape Town Pride 2021? The organisers have revealed their plans to accommodate the crisis.
Cape Town’s LGBTIQ community mourns drag pageant ‘father’ Mark Donough

Mark Donough, who was a major figure in Cape Town’s queer pageant scene, is being mourned and honoured by the city’s LGBTIQ community.
10 tunes by global queer artists to add to your holiday playlist

We’ve searched for some of the best 2020 releases by queer artists from around the globe – all you have to do is add them to your playlist.