In Pictures: The Faces of Pretoria Pride 2023
Pretoria Pride celebrated its tenth anniversary under the theme of “Be Your Alter Ego.” We were there to capture the faces of Pretoria Pride 2023!
Kenya: Amnesty Integrational warns of dangerous anti-LGBTIQ+ radicalisation
Amnesty International has expressed profound disquiet over the growing wave of radical anti-LGBTIQ+ sentiment in Kenya, both online and in the streets.
Cape Town: Religious queerphobes take down Cathedral Pride flag
A group of self-proclaimed Christians illegally removed the Pride flag outside St. George’s Cathedral in Cape Town, claiming the church is “infested.”
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak doubles down on transphobia
The UK government is hardening its stance against the LGBTIQ+ community, with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak publicly dismissing transgender identities.
Huge victory for LGBTIQ+ rights in Mauritius
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Mauritius has declared the country’s colonial-era ban on same-sex intimacy un-African and unconstitutional.
Pope suggests priests could bless same-sex unions
Pope Francis has indicated that there may be leeway for priests to offer some form of blessing to same-sex couples on a case-by-case basis.
Queer film in Africa is rising – even in countries with the harshest anti-LGBTIQ+ laws
Author and academic Gibson Ncube looks at the growing influence of African queer film, despite censorship and oppressive laws.
In pictures: Soweto Pride 2023
Here’s our colourful gallery of images of the 19th edition of Soweto Pride, which was another powerful celebration of LGBTIQ+ joy and unity.
Soweto Pride 2023 a vibrant display of LGBTIQ+ joy and solidarity
Soweto Pride was a vibrant expression of queer joy and celebration underpinned by powerful messages of inclusion, dignity and equality.
Devastating impact of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act revealed
The profound effects of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act have been laid bare in a new report, revealing more than 300 documented cases.