EFF and LGBTQI+ students clash over queerphobic professor’s UCT lecture
Tensions ran high on Monday as scuffles erupted between EFF supporters and LGBTQI+ students protesting against a lecture by Patrick Lumumba.
Cameroon: Persecution is generating a wave of LGBTIQ+ refugees and asylum seekers
LGBTQ+ people in Cameroon face alarming persecution, forcing many to flee their country in search of safety and protection in South Africa.
Need a little cuddling? Get a professional.
Cuddling can be good for your overall health – and South Africa has its own queer-friendly professional cuddlers who could help.
Malaysia: Music festival stopped after The 1975’s same-sex kiss
The authorities in Malaysia halted a performance by The 1975 after lead singer Matty Healy kissed a male bandmate on stage.
Belgium completely outlaws conversion therapy
Belgium has joined several European nations in outlawing the practice of so-called conversion therapy, both among both minors and adults.
LGBTQ+ and MSM mental health must be prioritised
OUT LGBT Well-being is shining a light on the mental health challenges faced by LGBTQ+ and MSM communities this July.
Protest against EFF lecture by homophobic professor at UCT
LGBTIQA+ groups and UCT staff and students will protest against the upcoming public lecture by homophobic Kenyan professor Patrick Lumumba.
SA Muslim Council issues fatwa on burying transgender individuals
The Muslim Judicial Council of South Africa has issued a fatwa about performing Ghusl (ritual washing) on a deceased transgender individual.
Sign torn down as SAHRC moves against LGBTQ-ban store
Vandals (or heroes, as some may see them) have torn down a sign barring LGBTQ+ people from the La Gardi shop in Gqeberha.
Namibia: MPs pass bills to reverse same-sex marriage ruling
MPs in Namibia have approved legislation to ban same-sex marriage and undermine a recent historic Supreme Court ruling.