Women’s Legal Centre applies to join Beloftebos case
The Women’s Legal Centre says freedom of religion is no grounds for the Beloftebos wedding venue to discriminate against LGBTQIA+ people.
Social media star Nadia Jaftha distances herself from homophobic brother
Nadia Jaftha, one of SA’s top social media influencers, says she does not agree with her brother’s shocking attack on the LGBTIQ+ community.
Theatre | Love! Valour! Compassion! comes to Joburg
After being delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic, a new production of the iconic gay Broadway play Love! Valour! Compassion! will open in Joburg.
Namibia | Shock as govt appeals historic same-sex family ruling
The government of Namibia has taken a step backwards by deciding to appeal the recent landmark High Court ruling recognising a gay couple’s son as a Namibian citizen.
US Navy launches ship named after Harvey Milk
Harvey Milk was forced out of the US Navy for being gay but on Saturday the armed forces christened a new ship named after the slain LGBTQ rights icon.
Marvel refuses to cut ‘Eternals’ gay kiss scene to avoid ban
Angelina Jolie applauds Marvel for refusing to cut scenes with a gay superhero kiss from her film Eternals to appease homophobic censors.
Kelly Khumalo pulls out of Zim event to support Somizi
Singer Kelly Khumalo has dropped out of a scheduled performance in Zimbabwe in solidarity with Somizi Mhlongo.
SA govt commits to action on transgender and intersex rights
A landmark two-day event in Pretoria has seen South Africa, the EU and NGOs addressing policies to ensure transgender and intersex equality.
Historic! Chris Pappas to become SA’s first openly gay mayor
In a historic moment for the LGBTIQ+ community, Chris Pappas will become the first openly gay mayor in South Africa, and likely Africa too.
Photos | Vogue Nights Jozi Pride Summer Ball
Vogue Nights Jozi, the city’s most influential queer party, took local ball culture to a whole new level on the last weekend of Pride Month.