Bestselling Christian dating author apologises to LGBTQ people

Joshua Harris, who wrote a bestselling Christian guide to relationships, has apologised for the harm he’s caused LGBTQ people.
Johannesburg Pride moves to Sandton for 30th edition

Johannesburg Pride is marking its 30th anniversary by moving its parade day from Melrose Atch to Sandton as part of an ambitious ‘Pride of Africa’ month.
Gay dating | Can we hope for intimacy and commitment?

As I recently left the home of yet another man I’d met on the yellow app, I wondered if this is all there is for us. Does intimacy exist in this era of let’s meet for momentary pleasure?
Bishop says women have gay children because they had anal sex

A senior cleric in Cyprus has sparked both fury and disbelief by claiming that women who enjoy anal sex will have gay children.
LA becomes largest US city to include LGBT businesses in contracts

The City of Los Angeles has approved a policy to include LGBT businesses in contracting and procurement opportunities, as well as capacity building and educational programs from small businesses.
Just one accepting adult can save the life of an LGBTQ youth

LGBTQ youth have a higher risk of attempting suicide, but having just one adult who supports them can make all the difference.
New South African queer film “Moffie” to premiere in Venice

The long-awaited film version of the acclaimed novel, Moffie, will have its world premiere in the official selection of the 76th Venice Film Festival in August.
PrEP could become a once-a-year implant

Scientists have shown that HIV prevention medication, known as PrEP, can be delivered via an under-the-skin implant that could last for up to a year.
Man guilty of “repulsive” corrective rape loses appeal bid

A Northern Cape judge has dismissed an appeal by a man who was sentenced to life in prison for the so-called corrective rape of a lesbian woman.
Tinder introduces user warning in anti-LGBTQ countries

In a bid to protect its LGBTQ users, dating app Tinder has introduced a new feature that will alert them when they are in a country where homosexuality is illegal.