Africa: Anti-LGBTQI+ laws hamper efforts to combat HIV
In many African countries, anti-gay legislation and LGBTQI+ discrimination have created significant barriers to healthcare access.
Queer Afrikaans rapper Angie oeh faces another cancer battle
A fundraising campaign has been launched to support outspoken queer Afrikaans rapper Angie oeh who requires urgent cancer surgery.
Uganda: Economy set to suffer over anti-LGBTIQ+ law
The economy of Uganda is facing tough times thanks to the country’s obsession with trampling the human rights of its LGBTIQ citizens.
Anne Lister: The REAL Gentleman Jack
Gentleman Jack is a popular historical drama television series that details the lesbian love life of Anne Lister. But who was she really?
Ethiopia: Anti-LGBTIQ+ crackdown on hotels and bars in Addis Ababa
Authorities in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, are cracking down on hotels, bars, and restaurants associated with the LGBTIQ+ community.
Iraq bans the use of the word ‘homosexuality’
Iraq’s repressive government has instructed all media platforms to stop using the words ‘homosexual’, ‘homosexuality’ and ‘gender’.
Concern over SA Govt participation at conference funded by LGBTIQ+ hate group
President Ramaphosa was scheduled to participate in a conference funded by the American LGBTIQ+ hate group Family Watch International.
US LGBTQI+ special envoy Jessica Stern concludes Africa visit
Jessica Stern, the US LGBTQI+ Special Envoy has concluded a short visit to Africa where she met with activists and government officials.
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.