Senegal’s New Anti-LGBTQ+ Law is Driving People Away from HIV Care
Data shows that Senegal’s harsh anti-LGBTQ+ law is already driving people away from HIV services, threatening the country’s HIV response.
SAHRC Defends Beloftebos Settlement Amid Criticism from Affected Couple
The SA Human Rights Commission has responded to criticism over its settlement with the Beloftebos wedding venue after a same-sex couple say they were excluded.
Russia Labels Major LGBTI+ Group “Extremist” in Escalating Rights Crackdown
Russia’s crackdown on LGBTI+ rights continues to escalate, with a court designating a leading advocacy group an “extremist organisation”.
European Parliament Backs EU-Wide Ban on Conversion Therapy
The European Parliament has backed a citizen-led initiative to stamp out dangerous conversion therapy practices in the European Union.
Opinion: The SAHRC Abandoned Us, and in Doing So Abandoned the Constitution It Exists to Defend
A same-sex couple discriminated against by the Beloftebos wedding venue say they were excluded by the SAHRC in the Equality Court case settlement.
Metro FM Awards Afterparty Clash: Somizi Mhlongo Snubs Ngizwe Mchunu
Somizi Mhlongo snubs Ngizwe Mchunu at Metro FM Awards afterparty as viral clash reignites backlash over homophobic remarks.
SAHRC Settles Beloftebos Same-Sex Wedding Discrimination Case
After 6 years, the Beloftebos same-sex wedding venue discrimination case is settled in the Western Cape Equality Court, but the outcome is mixed, and questions remain.
Historic Step: Botswana Officially Removes Same-Sex Ban from Law
Botswana removes same-sex intimacy ban from its law, years after a landmark court ruling, marking a historic step for LGBTQ+ rights.
Community Supports Gay Dads After Viral Street Clash with Right-Wing Influencer
Gay dad faces charges after clash with right-wing influencer who targeted his family. Community raises over $150k in support.
SA Deputy Minister Steve Letsike Visits World’s Largest Planned LGBTQ2+ Monument
SA Deputy Minister Steve Letsike visits Canada’s planned largest LGBTQ2+ monument, honouring history, justice and queer communities.