CULTURE OF THE CHIEFS THREATENS OUR RIGHTS
The Traditional Courts Bill being debated in public hearings spells danger for our democracy, and particularly for gender and sexual rights in rural areas, warns Melanie Judge.
MAMBA TRAVEL: DELIGHTFUL DULLSTROOM
If you’re in the Gauteng area and hanker for a nearby spot for a weekend away, consider the quaint village of Dullstroom; known for its trout fishing and growing numbers of gay visitors.
MAMBA BOOKS: FIRST GAY NOVELLAS PUBLISHED IN SA
What are thought to be the first gay-themed novellas to be published in English in South Africa will be available under the title of Adam & Luke in selected book stores this May.
MAMBA SPINS
Jared Orlin gives us his take on the latest releases from hot new boy band One Direction, the sexy Robin Thicke, raspy-voiced Macy Gray, the intriguing Sinéad O’Connor and two compilation albums.
MR. GAY WORLD 2012 KICKS OFF
The Mr. Gay World 2012 contest got underway in Johannesburg with a press conference on Wednesday, introducing the finalists and the competition’s focus on LGBT rights in Africa.
WHAT’S IN A NUMBER?
Exactly how many people have you slept with? Have you kept count? And does your lover have the right to know? Al Mackay looks at the ins and outs of the ‘magic number’ and all the assumptions that come with it…
IS THIS THE END FOR ‘OUT IN AFRICA’?
In a shock announcement, after almost two decades, this year could be the final outing for South Africa’s groundbreaking Out In Africa gay and lesbian film festival following funding cuts.
THE GREAT LUBE FACE-OFF
Lube is a must when it comes to sex. It’s not only much more comfortable, and can actually heighten sexual pleasure, but it’s a must-use with condoms. We try out and rate five brands of lube!
MEET THE MR. GAY WORLD FINALISTS
Lock up your boyfriends! Look who’s coming to town… Meet the cute, sexy and intelligent guys from 24 countries visiting Joburg this April as finalists in the Mr. Gay World 2012 contest.
TURNING THE TABLES: DJ ADIEN
Therapy’s bringing glam gay decadence back to the Jozi queer scene this April and they’ve got something special lined up: DJ Adien; who’s played some of the top gay parties in the U.S.