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OP-ED: Women’s Shutdown – Being a Black Queer Woman in South Africa Is a Daily Act of Survival:
Nompilo Gwala shares a raw, urgent reflection on the National Women’s Shutdown and the fight against GBV and LGBTQ+ violence in South Africa.
Silence to Solidarity: A Mother’s Awakening to Homophobic Victimisation Through Her Gay Son:
A mother shares her personal journey of accepting her gay son and uncovering the realities of homophobic victimisation in South Africa.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: October 2025:
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in October 2025, compiled by MambaOnline.
Craig Lucas on Sobriety, Queerness and Reinvention: “I’m More Myself Than Ever”:
Singer Craig Lucas speaks candidly about addiction, healing, masculinity and his bold new queer EP in this powerful MambaOnline interview.
Nine Months Without Justice in the Imam Muhsin Hendricks Assassination:
Nine months after the murder of Imam Muhsin Hendricks, his Al-Ghurbaah Foundation voices frustration over SAPS’s silence and lack of action.
Botswana: The First Palapye Pride Shone with Love and Courage:
Courage, community and love! The first Palapye Pride brought queer visibility to the semi-urban village in Botswana.
In Pictures: Feather Awards 2025:
Glamour, pride, and power! See the dazzling photo highlights and red carpet moments from the 2025 Feather Awards in Johannesburg.
A Spoken Letter: The Weight of Silence:
Queer Muslim activist Sikhander Coopoo breaks the silence on faith, violence, and survival — demanding courage, accountability, and change.
Breaking Barriers in Healthcare: Desmond Tutu Health Foundation’s LGBTQI+ Equality Programme:
Here's how the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is transforming SA’s public healthcare to be more inclusive and affirming for LGBTQI+ people.
The Other Side of Linda Majola: A Creative Spirit in Stillness and Motion:
Linda Majola has long captured the public’s attention as an out and proud queer actor, entrepreneur, and unapologetic creative force.
In Pictures: Bev Ditsie’s Pride Picnic at Zoo Lake:
View our photo gallery of Bev Ditsie’s Nostalgia Pride Picnic — a joyful, reflective celebration of queer pride and community at Zoo Lake.
Leading with Courage: UWC Vice-Chancellor Robert Balfour on Queer Visibility and Inclusion:
Meet Prof Robert Balfour: the openly gay UWC Vice-Chancellor leading with courage and transforming the face of inclusive higher education.
In Pictures: Johannesburg Pride 2025 – Gallery 2:
Relive the joy of Johannesburg Pride 2025 with stunning photos capturing love, freedom, and celebration at the post-march Pride Village.
In Pictures: Johannesburg Pride 2025 – Gallery 1:
Check out these vibrant moments from Johannesburg Pride 2025 as thousands marched, celebrated, and united in Sandton’s Pride Village.
Intersex Awareness Day: Peace Maquba’s Journey of Visibility and Advocacy:
On Intersex Awareness Day, activist Peace Maquba shares their powerful journey of resilience, advocacy, and visibility in South Africa.
“We Deserve Care Too”: Deepening Health Crisis for LGBTQIA+ People in Gauteng Clinics:
Gauteng clinics are failing LGBTQIA+ people, says Ritshidze’s new report, revealing stigma, denial of care and faltering HIV services.
Latrice Royale Interview: “Drag Is a Protest”:
In this MambaOnline interview, drag superstar Latrice Royale opens up about love, right-wing drag bans, and her upcoming SA shows.
Jholerina Brinnette Timbo: Beloved Namibian Trans Leader Remembered:
Namibia mourns trans trailblazer Jholerina Brinnette Timbo, a fearless advocate whose legacy transformed lives across Africa.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: September 2025:
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in September 2025, compiled by MambaOnline.
Rites of Passage: Vuyo Ngcofe on Ulwaluko and Affirming Trans Manhood:
The moving story of Vuyo Ngcofe, whose Ulwaluko experience affirmed both his trans manhood and cultural roots.