Defiant EuroPride organisers refuse to cancel event
The organisers of EuroPride 2022 say they will ignore the Serbian president’s shocking declaration that the event has been cancelled.
Open letter: Minister Motshekga must make schools safe for queer youth
Sparked by the suicide of Tiro Moalusi, 24 groups have called on the Minister of Basic Education to make schools safe for queer youth.
Umlilo celebrates femme power in queer VR 360 music video
South African artist Umlilo has unveiled what’s said to be Africa’s first queer virtual reality 360 music video for her new track, Bhuti.
Vietnam says being LGBTQ is not an illness
Vietnam’s Health Ministry has affirmed that same-sex attraction and being transgender are not illnesses and that being LGBT cannot be “cured”.
Tiro Moalusi memorial service marred by school officials
There were chaotic and emotional scenes on Tuesday as Tiro Moalusi was remembered by his grieving schoolmates and family.
Durban bar accused of discriminating against LGBTIQ+ patrons
Amid mounting anger, a popular Durban bar has been accused of allowing its staff to discriminate against members of the LGBTIQ+ community.
Singapore set to decriminalise homosexuality
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong says it is time to repeal the nation’s law that criminalises same-sex activity between men.
Family mourns loss of Soweto gay teen bullied by teacher
The family of 15-year-old Tiro Moalusi is desperate for answers after the gay teen took his own life in response to being humiliated by a teacher in class.
Gay school pupil takes own life after classroom mockery
A gay school pupil from Soweto has died of suicide, reportedly after he was mocked by a teacher because of his sexuality.
Parents, this is how to support your LGBTIQ+ child
It’s important to support your LGBTIQ+ child when they come out so that they feel loved and accepted. This is how you can do it.