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MAMBA READS:
In our first Mamba Reads offering, Morné Malan takes a hustle through the bookstore's homo-shelf, and asks what’s in a gay book, and what makes a book gay?
MAMBA SPINS:
We boogey to the beat of recent musical offerings from Green Day, Daniel Merriweather, La Roux, Jonas Brothers, Tori Amos and more…
MAMBA GOSSIP:
Reality star models underwear, Becks shows off his jocks, Boy George celebrates freedom, Sex and the City movie secrets, Paula stunned to be replaced, Britney sings live, and more.
THE SODOMITES WANT TO RECRUIT YOU:
We are multiplying, recruiting and taking over the world. Soon heterosexuals will be replaced with the superior faction of the human race; the Sodomites.
Q&A: ROBERT SILKE:
Robert Silke, co-writer and director of the wacky mockumentary The Satyr of Springbok Heights, speaks to Herman Lategan about his crazy and entertaining flick.
MOTORING: NEW JAGUAR XF & XK:
Under Tata ownership, Jaguar has changed its focus, image and positioning to remain sustainable while keeping its heart in tune with its rich heritage. We look at the new XF and XK.
TRAVEL: MOUNT GRACE:
Life getting you down? Need a pampering break? You’re unlikely to find a better place to spoil yourself than the Mount Grace Country House and Spa in Magaliesburg.
1 IN 3 MSM IN SOWETO HIV POSITIVE:
Shocking new research has found that one in three men who have sex with men (MSM) in Soweto is HIV positive, but that circumcision may be of benefit to gay men.
UPDATED! OIA 2009 FILM REVIEWS:
Mambaonline takes a look at some of the highlights of the 2009 Out In Africa Lesbian and Gay Film Festival, taking place in Joburg and Cape Town this September.
STITCHING UP CAPE TOWN FASHION WEEK:
This year’s Cape Town Fashion Week was not what it used to be. Thanks to the evils of politics and large egos the concept has become fragmented and feeble, writes John French.
MAMBA PETS: CHALLENGING CATS:
Cats can be as loving and as giving as any dog. Nevertheless, like all animals, their behaviour can sometimes be difficult to understand.
MAMBA GOSSIP:
Robbie’s finally back, Sharon Stone shows off her assets, Michael Jackson’s secret lover, Madge celebrates 51, Oprah interviews Whitney, McSteamy makes a dirty video and much more!
MY LIFE: MIKA STEFANO:
South Africa’s very own gossip blogger and socialite Mika Stefano, has a lot to say about local celebs. Mamba finds out more about the man behind the blog and self promotion.
WORLD FINALLY NOTICES IRAQI KILLINGS:
After months of claims that gay men are being systematically murdered in Iraq, a new report has finally caught the attention of the world's media.
Q&A: MARC LOTTERING:
Comedian Marc Lottering has been bringing laughter to South Africa since 1997. He chats with Mamba about his comedy, being gay, and his upcoming performance at the Pink Jacaranda festival.
MOTORING: THE NEW LEXUS RX:
Compared to its success in the US, the Lexus RX SUV has battled in the local market. So how does the new RX measure up? Christo Valentyn finds out.
MAMBA GOSSIP:
Melrose Place's new gay hunk, Hugh Jackman sings again, Gerard Butler's bi interview, Ugly Betty gets pretty, Cristiano’s $144 million legs and will Posh take over Paula Abdul's role?
GAY, SINGLE AND LOVING IT:
Being single can be one of the most enjoyable and transformational times of your life. Brian L. Rzepczynski offers some suggestions for making the most of the single life.
THOUGHTS ON SEX TAPE SCANDALS:
Paris Hilton has one. Pamela Anderson has one and so apparently does Lindsay Lohan. But, writes Pierre Le Roux, it seems everyday people are getting on the sex tape bandwagon.
GETTING DIRTY WITH KURT ROGERS:
International adult film star Kurt Rogers is determined to become a driving force behind SA’s previously non-existent porn industry. Mamba meets this South African-born hunk.