Ethiopia: LGBTI+ community facing surge in hate and violence
In recent weeks, LGBTI+ organisations in Ethiopia have documented a troubling rise in queerphobic attacks against individuals.
World Bank suspends new loans to Uganda over Anti-Homosexuality Act
In response to mounting pressure, the World Bank has suspended any new loans to Uganda due to the country’s Anti-Homosexuality Act.
Yaya Mavundla: Disrupting transgender erasure through art
This Women’s Month, Yaya Mavundla is amplifying the voices of transgender women through her first art exhibition, Black, Trans & Bold.
New anthology volume celebrates queer activism in Africa
Whispers and Shouts: Queer Activism in Africa is a compelling collection of personal narratives from 21 human rights advocates spanning the continent.
Teen arrested in hate crime murder of gay NYC dancer O’Shea Sibley
A teenager has been arrested and charged with the hate crime murder of gay dancer and choreographer O’Shea Sibley in New York City last week.
Muslims protesting against LGBTQ+ Pride are ignoring Islam’s tradition of inclusion
Islamic teachings on sexual and gender diversity are far more diverse than what many conservative groups would like us to believe.
Queer faith: The journey of deconstruction and reconstruction
By deconstructing his faith, Ishmael Mokone came to realise that his identity as a queer person is not at odds with his spirituality.
Botswana Justice Minister halts debate on gay decriminalisation bill
LGBTIQ+ rights activists in Botswana have welcomed the decision by the government to suspend the debate on a bill to decriminalise homosexuality
South African queer film triumphs at Durban International Film Festival
Queer film “Runs in the Family” has won the prestigious Best South African Feature award at the recent Durban International Film Festival.
Beyoncé pays tribute to murdered gay vogueing dancer
Beyoncé has honoured O’Shea Sibley, a young gay man who was stabbed to death while dancing to her music in what is suspected to be a hate crime.