Opinion: Johannesburg fire highlights urgent need for LGBTQI+ shelter
The recent Johannesburg fire has highlighted the desperate need for safe housing and shelter for marginalised LGBTQI+ migrants and refugees.
Hong Kong: Court ruling will finally give same-sex couples legal rights
In a landmark decision, A Hong Kong Court has handed a partial victory to an LGBTI activist, giving same-sex couples hope that their relationships will be recognised.
Ramaphosa talks toxic masculinity and violence against queer men
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has addressed the impact of toxic masculinity and how it also impacts young queer men.
Johannesburg Pride reveals new venue for 2023
The organisers of Africa’s oldest LGBTIQ+ Pride event have announced a new home for the 2023 edition of Johannesburg Pride – and it’s a well-known landmark in the city.
Another anti-LGBTIQ+ shop sign emerges in Gqeberha
In a concerning development, a new offensive and discriminatory sign targeting the LGBTIQ+ community has surfaced in Gqeberha, this time at a mall car wash.
Uganda: Anti-Homosexuality Act death penalty case must be dropped
Amnesty International says Uganda must dismiss charges of “aggravated homosexuality” against a 20-year-old man who faces the death penalty.
Heartstopper: how this joyous teen show contrasts with my bitter memories of school life under homophobic law Section 28
Heartstopper teaches us that young queer people are doing a brilliant job of supporting each other as they figure out their sexual and gender identities,
Canada warns LGBTQ+ travellers about the US
Canada warns its LGBTQ+ citizens travelling to the United States to exercise caution amid an increase in anti-LGBTQ laws in that country.
HIV Risk: Top vs Bottom
Did you know that bottom partners are 13 times more likely to become infected with HIV than insertive top partners during sex. Here’s why!
Nigeria: Dozens arrested in police raid on “gay wedding”
Police in Nigeria have paraded dozens of individuals arrested in a raid on what authorities have described as a “gay marriage ceremony”.