WQMD – Queer Representation in the Media

In episode 2 of Season 3 of WQMD, we talk to guest Dumisani Macdonald Dube about the mainstream media’s representation of queer issues.
South African transgender bodybuilder shares his journey

Transgender bodybuilder Jayce De Villers, who now works as an English teacher in Cambodia, only recently fully embraced his true gender identity.
Bullied gay 14-year-old takes his own life

A family has been left devastated by the suicide of 14-year-old Mpho Falithenjwa in Orange Farm, South of Johannesburg, after he was bullied for being gay.
Pink Loerie 2022 Parade in pictures

After a two year break, the Pink Loerie LGBTQ arts and culture festival returned to Knysna with a shorter three-day edition.
Intersectionality: What does it mean and why does it matter?

You’ve likely heard of “intersectionality”. But what does it mean, and why are scholars and activists advocating for the use of this concept?
South Africa remains Africa’s safest LGBTQ+ travel destination

South Africa has again made it into the world’s top 30 safest queer travel destinations for international tourists, as rated by the 2022 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index.
Queer Music | New tracks from Miloh Ramai & Armand Joubert

Proudly queer music stars Armand Joubert and Miloh Ramai have dropped new music, just in time for Pride Month.
WQMD – Queer Rejection & Disownment

In the first episode of Season 3 of WQMD, the team look at the issue of rejection and disownment of queer people.
SAHRC takes Steve Hofmeyr to Equality Court

The SA Human Rights Commission lodged a hate speech case against Steve Hofmeyr but faced resistance from High Court officials in Gqeberha.
Young lesbian woman “stoned to death” in Katlehong

The death toll is mounting once again. It’s been reported that a 24-year-old lesbian mom from Zimbabwe was brutally murdered in Gauteng.