Ghana: Parliament and Presidency Clash Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill
The President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo, tells Parliament to stop sending him the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill for his signature amidst legal challenges.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: February 2024
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and case updates in South Africa in February 2024, collated by OUT and Mamba.
A moment for queer farmworkers to shine
For queer farmworkers in a small Western Cape town, participating in a queer-inclusive beauty pageant opened the door to a greater sense of purpose.
Pietermaritzburg Auto Shop Denies Photo of Shocking Anti-LGBTQ Sign
The owner of a Pietermaritzburg car parts shop has denied that his establishment put up an offensive sign turning away LGBTQ people.
Gay Aussie Footballer Josh Cavallo Proposes in Stadium
Proudly out Australian professional soccer player Josh Cavallo has proposed to his partner on his team’s home pitch.
Japan: Courts Rule in Favour of Same-Sex Marriage
Two courts in Japan have made groundbreaking rulings asserting that the government’s ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional.
US Christian right has taken aim at LGBTIQ+ rights, sex education and abortion in Africa – new book
A new book reveals the role played by right wing US Christian groups in spreading their anti-LGBTIQ+ influence in African countries.
ANC Includes Openly Queer Candidates on National Candidates List
For the first time, the ANC’s National Candidates List for the upcoming elections features three openly queer candidates who may secure seats in Parliament.
Yaya Mavundla: “I Am Equally Worthy As Any Other Woman”
Trans activist, fashionista and media personality Yaya Mavundla opens up about celebrating International Women’s Month as Glamour’s digital cover star.
Upsurge in Anti-Gay Laws Across Africa Threatens HIV Response
The International AIDS Society warns that anti-LGBTQ+ laws spreading across Africa pose a threat to ending the AIDS crisis on the continent.