Queer books: The Pink Line by Mark Gevisser (extract)
The Pink Line by Mark Gevisser follows individuals from 9 countries to explore how “LGBT rights” became one of the world’s new human rights frontiers.
Beefcakes still unable to open doors due to lockdown
Beefcakes, one of South Africa’s premier LGBTQ and bachelorette party venues has been unable to open its doors due to the strict lockdown rules imposed by the government.
Tunisia | Court upholds jail sentence for homosexuality
Defying international law, an appeals court in Tunisia has upheld an earlier judgment sending two men to prison for homosexuality.
Lasizwe defiant in face of Zimbabwe post homophobia
Lasizwe has stood firm on human rights, despite a homophobic backlash when he tweeted his support for Zimbabweans affected by the country’s crisis.
Why men feel uncomfortable being tested for STIs
Many guys find the idea of a sexual health check awkward or embarrassing. After all, it’s not every day someone you barely know asks you intimate details about your sex life.
Top Cape Town boys’ school mired in discrimination claims
SACS, a leading school in Cape Town, has been accused of allowing an environment conducive to homophobia and racism.
How queer culture flourished a century ago
While the march to LGBTQIA+ equality has been a slow one, we often forget that there have been eras in which queer culture was surprisingly vibrant.
Here are three hot new SA queer music releases
South African queer artists Toya Delazy, Yahto Kraft and Latheem have released new singles – and you can listen to them here!
Can Ellen DeGeneres survive growing scandal?
In just a few weeks, Ellen DeGeneres has gone from global LGBTIQ role model and hero to being tainted with accusations of meanness and allowing sexual harassment and workplace abuse under her watch.
Pose, Lil Nas X and Rafiki among GLAAD Media Award winners
Kenya’s banned lesbian romance Rafiki was one of the winners in the 31st Annual GLAAD Media Awards, which recognises LGBTQ inclusion and representation.