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Roché Kester: Leading Gauteng’s LGBTI Desk:
Activist and poet Roché Kester is heading up the Gauteng provincial government’s new effort to better serve and protect its LGBTI residents.
Photos | Pretoria Pride Parade 2021:
After a two-year Covid-19 break, Pretoria Pride made a return with its 7th edition. Mamba was there to capture the faces of Pretoria Pride.
How Princess Diana became a darling of the gay community:
Princess Diana wasn’t only a friend to select members of the gay glitterati, but also an ally to the greater LGBTQI+ community.
Celebrating 15 years of same-sex marriage in South Africa:
It was 15 years ago that South Africa became the first nation on the continent and the fifth in the world to extend marriage rights to same-sex couples.
Companies must advocate for LGBT rights everywhere in the world, not just where it’s easy:
Corporate LGBT solidarity is rarely a privilege afforded to people living in countries where governments are hostile to the LGBT community. That needs to change.
Dr Bev Ditsie: “I’m in awe that I’m still alive”:
Ahead of their 50th, we spoke to Dr Bev Ditsie about regrets, staying true to themselves, and what advice they'd give their 19-year-old self.
Photos | Feather Awards 2021:
The annual Feather Awards is known for its fashion, entertainment and witty commentary. Here's a visual snapshot of the recent 13th outing.
Queer dating | Is it time I embraced non-monogamy?:
A recent article about Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith’s relationship, got me questioning if monogamy is really my default setting.
Opinion | How should LGBTQI allies handle family homophobia?:
If you consider yourself an ally to the LGBTQI community, here's how you can handle homophobia from your family members.
Photos | Vogue Nights Jozi Pride Summer Ball:
Vogue Nights Jozi, the city's most influential queer party, took local ball culture to a whole new level on the last weekend of Pride Month.
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.
Opinion | A reflection on Pride 31 years later:
On this, the 31st anniversary of the first Johannesburg Pride March, Mpho Buntse reflect on some of the advances and victories achieved.
Queer identities 101 | What is abrosexuality?:
We're constantly expanding our community’s vocabulary to be more inclusive, and one of the latest additions to the glossary is abrosexuality.
“It’s not talked about”: Dr Dulcy Rakumakoe on queer mental health:
The LGBTIQ+ community faces high rates of mental health challenges. Dr Dulcy Rakumakoe talks about dealing with the crisis in South Africa.
Unlearning the Bible’s ‘condemnation’ of homosexuality:
Does the Bible condemn homosexuality? A landmark new publication helps Christians understand the Bible in a more LGBTIQ-affirming way.
Queer dating 101 | What to ask on your first date:
Going on a first date can be a make or break moment in a possible relationship. So what are the must-discuss topics, asks Motlatsi Motseoile.
The pros and cons of coming out the closet:
Coming out the closet can be one of the most significant experiences in any queer person’s life. But is it for everyone?
Q&A with award-winning documentarian Angelo Louw:
Social justice activist and documentarian Angelo Louw believes there's never been a more important time to take a stand than right now.
Photos | Soweto Pride 2021:
Check out all our photos of the 17th annual Soweto Pride; a scaled-down edition that lost none of its passion for LGBTIQ+ equality.
10 cheeky tips for better anal sex:
Anal sex has come a long way from its taboo roots, with a lot of straight people now also admitting that they enjoy a little backdoor action.