Explained: The Draft African Charter That Targets LGBTQIA+ and Women’s Rights
A proposed African charter could threaten LGBTQIA+ and women rights across the continent. Here’s what you need to know.
South Africa Mourns LGBTQIA+ Activist Banyana Thobeka Khutamo
South Africa mourns LGBTQIA+ activist Banyana Khutamo, remembered for her fearless fight for equality and queer visibility.
More Delays in High-Profile Grindr Gang 7 Trial Spark Concern
Johannesburg’s Grindr Gang 7 trial has been delayed again, with hearings in the kidnapping and attempted murder case now resuming in August.
EU Falls Short on Conversion Therapy Ban Despite Massive Public Support
Despite a massive campaign, the EU has stopped short of a binding conversion therapy ban across all member states.
After Five Years, SAWEI Returns: 2026 National Report Publishes on 18 May
After five years, SAWEI 2026 returns on 18 May with new insights into LGBT+ workplace inclusion across South Africa.
Activists Mobilise Against Major Anti-LGBTQ+ “African Values” Conference in Ghana
Activists are pushing back against a major African anti-LGBTQ+ conference planned in Ghana during Pride Month.
Anger and Disbelief After Pretoria Court Acquits “Corrective Rape” Accused
LGBTQIA+ group condemns the acquittal of the accused in a Pretoria corrective rape case after alleged forensic evidence failures.
“Historic Lows”: Meta, X and YouTube Slammed in New LGBTQ+ Online Safety Report
GLAAD warns that LGBTQ+ safety on Meta, X and YouTube is worsening as hate, harassment and misinformation rise online.
Vatican Report Gives LGBTQ+ Catholics a Voice for the First Time
A new Vatican report includes LGBTQ+ testimonies and signals a softer tone on queer Catholics and church dialogue.
Alleged Killers of Queer Teen Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi Seek Bail Amid Court Delays
The alleged killers of queer Cape Town teen Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi seek bail as activists condemn delays in the Khayelitsha murder case.