Queer Book Review: Taverning After Nine
Angelo Louw reviews Kabelo Maleke’s exciting debut novella, Taverning After Nine, a no-holds-barred exploration of queer sexuality in bars and taverns.
SAHRC: Gender binary school uniform policies must end
In a landmark report, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has declared that restrictive school uniform policies rooted in traditional gender norms are discriminatory and have no place in South Africa. The SAHRC’s Eastern Cape Provincial Office on Thursday released the outcomes of a comprehensive inquiry into the regulation of learners’ appearances and school […]
East London: First Buffalo City Pride will be “United in Pride”
The first Buffalo City Pride Festival will culminate in an LGBTQIA+ Pride march on 28 October along the East London Esplanade. All the details here!
India: Supreme Court affirms queer couples, stops short of marriage equality
In a decision that’s left millions deeply disappointed, the Supreme Court of India has declined to legalise same-sex marriage.
Eswatini govt defies Supreme Court LGBTIQ+ ruling
The government of Eswatini is defying a Supreme Court ruling ordering it to reconsider its refusal to register an LGBTIQ+ rights organisation.
South African transgender pilot fights to return to the skies
An experienced South African transgender pilot says that his flying career has been unfairly grounded by the aviation authorities due to his gender identity.
South African LGBTQI+ rights are still something to fight for
Coenraad Kukkuk, a prominent Pretoria-based LGBTQI+ activist and attorney, shares his thoughts on LGBTQI+ rights in South Africa and beyond.
Here are all the 2023 Feather Awards nominees!
South Africa’s most glamorous night of queer celebration is back! The 15th Feather Awards has revealed the fabulous and fierce 2023 nominees.
South Africa’s Graeme Reid named UN LGBTI watchdog
South African activist and academic Graeme Reid has been named the new UN Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity.
Gaborone Pride celebrations shine light on Botswana’s LGBTIQ+ community
The annual Gaborone Pride, a celebration of LGBTIQ+ diversity and inclusion, sent ripples of acceptance and love throughout Botswana.