Kenya: Victory for Queer Expression as Court Rules on Banned Lesbian Film “Rafiki”
Kenyan judges say banning lesbian film Rafiki went too far, delivering a significant win for LGBTQ+ visibility and freedom of expression.
End of an Era: Johannesburg’s Iconic Babylon Gay Club is Closing its Doors
Johannesburg’s Babylon gay club will close at the end of February after 15 years, marking another blow to the city’s queer nightlife.
Honouring Gaby Sanchez – A Voice for Queer and Disability Rights
Activists and loved ones are mourning and honouring the life of Johannesburg disability and queer rights activist Gaby Sanchez.
Queer organisations urge public to shape South Africa’s hate crimes regulations
Queer civil society organisations and activists met online on Friday to discuss draft hate crimes regulations and urge public input before 28 January 2026.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: December 2025
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in December 2025, compiled by MambaOnline.
Russia Targets Global LGBTIQ+ Rights Group ILGA World Under ‘Undesirable’ Law
Russia has declared global LGBTI rights group ILGA World an “undesirable” organisation, deepening its crackdown on activists and civil society.
Regina Blaque Is Dragging the News — and Refusing to Let Queer Lives Be Erased
Regina Blaque brings drag, wit and activism to MambaOnline with Drag the News — reclaiming queer stories and refusing to let lives be forgotten.
Cape Town Trans Woman Vows to Fight on After Equality Court Dismisses Bathroom Rights Case
The Equality Court dismisses a Cape Town trans woman’s bathroom rights case. She plans to appeal all the way to the Constitutional Court.
KZN Learner Returns to School After Discrimination Allegations
A KZN learner has returned to school after discrimination claims. Sakhile Mngadi gives an update following talks with Education officials.
Hate Speech Assault: Johannesburg Gay Couple Verbally Attacked by Homophobes
A gay couple in Johannesburg have been left shaken after being subjected to a vicious homophobic hate speech attack in their neighbourhood.