Queer Books | Nataniël’s bio and two collections of stories

Three new South African queer books were recently unveiled, including Nataniël’s first full autobiography and two collections of African queer life and stories, in both graphic and written formats.
LGBTQ characters on US TV at an all-time high

There are more LGBTQ characters on American broadcast television than ever before, and, for the first time, LGBTQ women outnumber men.
America’s right is lobbying against South Africa’s sex education syllabus

Conservative “pro-family” advocacy groups with US ties are targeting increasingly inclusive sex education lesson plans being developed by the South African education department as part of the life orientation curriculum.
Deputy President: SA must “shut up” about Uganda’s gay death penalty bill

Speaking on Uganda’s persecution of LGBTIQ people, South Africa’s Deputy President David Mabuza says that the country should not seek to impose its beliefs on others.
Civil Union Amendment Bill | Journey to Equality Not Over

After its passage in the National Assembly last year, the Civil Union Amendment Bill now faces its next hurdle; approval in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP).
In Pictures: Johannesburg Pride Street Party Gallery 2

One of Sandton’s busiest thoroughfares was turned into a massive street party to celebrate the LGBTQI community as part of the 2019 Johannesburg Pride festivities.
In Pictures: Johannesburg Pride Street Party Gallery 1

One of Sandton’s busiest thoroughfares was turned into a vibrant celebration of the LGBTQI community for the 2019 Johannesburg Pride street party.
Girls more likely to be sexually fluid

At least one in five American teenagers report some change in sexual orientation during adolescence, with girls more likely to be sexually fluid.
SA’s Johannes Radebe wows in Strictly Come Dancing same-sex routine

South African dancer Johannes Radebe has delighted the British public with a same-sex Strictly Come Dancing routine that’s gotten social media talking.
Edwin Cameron | The Mamba Interview

In an exclusive must-read interview, retired Constitutional Court Justice Edwin Cameron opens up about HIV stigma, coming out, the limits of religious bigotry, and how he met his partner.