Four arrested over “Grindr Gang” attacks
Police have made a major breakthrough in the series of assaults, extortion and robbery of gay and bisexual men who were targeted through dating apps.
Angola: A journey to LGBTIQ+ economic inclusion and participation
Arquivo de Identidade Angolano and its members are committed to the economic empowerment and inclusion of the LGBTIQ+ community in Angola.
Why is the DA so opposed to the Hate Crimes Bill?
The DA doubles down on its opposition to the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, a stance that seems to contradict its claim to be an LGBTIQ+ ally.
Sam Smith: how queerphobia and fatphobia intersect in the backlash to his new video
Non-binary singer Sam Smith has caused waves with the release of their music video for I’m Not Here to Make Friends, a triumphantly queer declaration of joy and confidence.
Botswana hosts LGBTIQ+ business exchange programme
Botswana recently hosted a business exchange programme aimed at enhancing the economic participation of LGBTIQ+ people in the SADC region.
Kenya: Edwin Chiloba murder suspect fit for trial
Jackton Odhiambo will stand trial for the murder of his partner, Edwin Chiloba, while four other suspects have been released.
Orville Peck: SA’s queer masked country crooner
He’s no one-trick pony! We take a look at Orville Peck, the South African-born proudly gay masked country sensation kicking up a storm in the US.
Podcast explores transgender African experiences
A new LGBTQIA+ podcast series unpacks the many complexities – the discrimination, alienation and joy – of being a transgender African man.
SONA 2023: Don’t ignore the LGBTQIA+ community, Mr President
Activists have once again called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to acknowledge and address the LGBTQIA+ community in his State of the Nation Address.
Was the 2023 Grammy Awards the queerest ever?
Queer artists like Sam Smith and Kim Petras scored big at the 2023 Grammy Awards as did Beyoncé, who thanked the queer community.