Uganda: Court sets date for Anti-Homosexuality Act challenge
The Constitutional Court of Uganda has set a date for the start of the trial challenging the country’s repressive Anti-Homosexuality Act.
SA’s Refugee White Paper and its implications for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers
South Africa’s new White Paper on refugee protection has critical implications, especially for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers in the country.
Rich Mnisi: Crafting a legacy of love and equality
Soweto-born Rich Mnisi has risen to prominence as a trailblazing international fashion designer, using his work and platform for LGBTQ+ advocacy.
Queer interfaith relationships: Love across faith
Interfaith relationships can be a challenge, but the willingness to embrace differences can also be an opportunity for growth and transformation.
Ramaphosa urged to sign Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill
LGBTIQ+ groups welcome parliament’s passage of the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill and call on President Ramaphosa to speedily sign it into law.
Kenya’s Second Lady: No place for LGBTQ+ people in Africa
Dorcas Rigathi, wife of Kenya’s Deputy President, has reasserted her stance against LGBTQ+ people, stating that they are not welcome in Africa.
Simon Nkoli’s mother, Elizabeth has died
Elizabeth Nkoli, the mother of the late South African queer icon Simon Nkoli, has died at the age of 84.
Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill passes final hurdle in Parliament
South Africa’s Parliament has passed the amended version of the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, which will be sent to President Ramaphosa.
Durban men fall victim to deadly Grindr Gang criminals
It’s been confirmed that so-called Grindr Gang criminals have been operating in Durban, allegedly robbing several men and killing one victim.
Billie Eilish says she was “outed” on the red carpet
Billie Eilish has accused Variety magazine of “outing” her on the red carpet, expressing her reluctance to discuss her sexuality publicly.