HEADLINES
India: Supreme Court affirms queer couples, stops short of marriage equality:
In a decision that's left millions deeply disappointed, the Supreme Court of India has declined to legalise same-sex marriage.
Eswatini govt defies Supreme Court LGBTIQ+ ruling:
The government of Eswatini is defying a Supreme Court ruling ordering it to reconsider its refusal to register an LGBTIQ+ rights organisation.
South African transgender pilot fights to return to the skies:
An experienced South African transgender pilot says that his flying career has been unfairly grounded by the aviation authorities due to his gender identity.
South African LGBTQI+ rights are still something to fight for:
Coenraad Kukkuk, a prominent Pretoria-based LGBTQI+ activist and attorney, shares his thoughts on LGBTQI+ rights in South Africa and beyond.
Here are all the 2023 Feather Awards nominees!:
South Africa's most glamorous night of queer celebration is back! The 15th Feather Awards has revealed the fabulous and fierce 2023 nominees.
South Africa’s Graeme Reid named UN LGBTI watchdog:
South African activist and academic Graeme Reid has been named the new UN Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity.
Gaborone Pride celebrations shine light on Botswana’s LGBTIQ+ community:
The annual Gaborone Pride, a celebration of LGBTIQ+ diversity and inclusion, sent ripples of acceptance and love throughout Botswana.
Here are the 2023 Mr Gay World contestants!:
Hold onto your sashes, folks! Here are the men who are set to represent their respective nations at the 2023 Mr Gay World Grand Finale.
Advocating for LGBTQI+ refugees and asylum seekers at Soweto Pride:
The 19th annual Soweto Pride brought to the forefront the critical issues faced by LGBTQI+ refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa.
Seven “Grindr Gang” accused appear in court:
The seven "Grindr Gang" men accused of kidnapping and assaulting a Wits student, whom they targeted on Grindr, will remain behind bars.
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.