Hungary: Bill will allow same-sex families to be reported
The Parliament of Hungary has passed a new bill encouraging citizens to report illegal same-sex families to the state.
Umlilo explores grief in her avant-garde debut album “Mpumi”
Genderbending South African queer artist Umlilo – aka Kwaai Diva – has unveiled her long-anticipated debut album, Mpumi.
Tanzania: MPs seek to tighten anti-LGBTQ+ laws with extreme measures
In the wake of neighbouring Uganda’s draconian new Anti-Homosexuality Bill, lawmakers in Tanzania are demanding harsher penalties against LGBTQ+ people.
North Dakota passes 10 anti-LGBTQ+ bills in one day
The US state of North Dakota has broken the record for the most anti-LGBTQ+ bills passed in a single day in modern American history.
What’s driving homophobia in Uganda
Homosexuality in Uganda has become an increasingly volatile political and social issue. Lydia Boyd looks at what may be behind the homophobia.
SA LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: March 2023
Here’s an overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and case updates in South Africa in March 2023, collated by OUT and Mamba.
Volkswagen South Africa radio ad found to be homophobic
The Advertising Regulatory Board says that a recent radio advert for Volkswagen South Africa is an example of “everyday homophobia”.
Jack Holden talks about bringing his 80s queer play, Cruise, to life
Ahead of the Cape Town opening of the English queer play, Cruise, its creator, Jack Holden, talks about what inspired him.
Namibia | Same-sex couples find community in their legal challenge
The two couples fighting for the right to be recognised by the Namibian state say they have found community in their journey to the Supreme Court.
Julius Malema: Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill must be stopped!
Led by Julius Malema draped in a rainbow flag, the EFF marched to Uganda’s High Commission to picket against the Anti-Homosexuality Bill.