Meet Ilano Sky, Big Brother Mzansi’s Proudly Transgender Housemate
Meet ILano Sky, the proudly transgender housemate making waves on Big Brother Mzansi and boosting LGBTIQ+ visibility in South Africa.
UCT Students Call For End to Deadnaming on Student IDs
UCT students are calling on the university to end deadnaming on student IDs, saying the policy harms trans students’ dignity and safety.
Progress at Last? South Africa’s Draft Hate Crimes Act Regulations Released
After years of delay, SA’s hate crimes act regulations are open for comment. Here’s how they could affect LGBTQ+ safety and justice.
Justice Delayed Again: Missing Docket Halts Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi Murder Case
The bail hearing in the murder of queer teen Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi was postponed again after officials failed to locate the case docket.
Kazakhstan: President Signs Repressive Russian-Style Anti-LGBTQ+ Law
Kazakhstan’s president has approved a law restricting LGBTQ+ visibility, echoing Russia’s repressive propaganda ban and alarming activists.
Op-Ed: Nicki Minaj and the Tide of Transphobia – Thoughts by a (Former) Fan
Former fan Malaika Delport examines Nicki Minaj’s transphobic turn and how it mirrors the growing alliance between pop culture and right-wing politics.
Chris Pappas, South Africa’s First Gay Mayor, Cleared of Corruption by Public Protector
Chris Pappas has been formally cleared by the Public Protector, which found no evidence of corruption or nepotism against South Africa’s first gay mayor.
The Ballroom Wave: Cape Town’s Atlantis Ball Recap
Cape Town’s Atlantis themed Legacy Ball made waves with ocean-inspired looks, fierce competition, and ballroom excellence.
Eastern Cape Hate Crime Survivor Speaks Out: “My Whole World Just Turned Upside Down”
Eastern Cape corrective rape survivor speaks out as bail is denied. The hate crime case against her alleged rapist continues in January 2026.
In Pictures: Tropical Disko Turns Cape Town’s Inner City into a Queer Dance Floor
Tropical Disko lit up Cape Town with a 12-hour queer-friendly disco festival featuring drag, house and electronic music. Check out the photos!