South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: August 2025
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in August 2025, compiled by MambaOnline.
‘Bring Your Father or Uncle’ Campaign Launches Ahead of Soweto Pride
Ahead of Soweto Pride, the ‘Bring Your Father or Uncle’ campaign calls on men to stand as allies and support their LGBTQI+ loved ones.
Discovering the World of Pup Play: An Inside Look
Step inside South Africa’s pup play community with Pup Drogo—breaking myths and celebrating self-expression and connection.
Africa’s First Male Gay Footballer, Phuti Lekoloane, Receives South African Sport Award
Phuti Lekoloane, recognised as Africa’s first openly gay male footballer, has been honoured at the 18th South African Sport Awards.
Young Man Brutally Murdered in Botswana in Suspected Homophobic Hate Crime
Botswana’s LGBTQ+ community is reeling at the murder of Kenosi Mokobamotho, a beloved model, MC, and choreographer, in a suspected hate crime.
Who Was Giorgio Armani, the Iconic Queer Fashion Legend?
Remembering Giorgio Armani, queer fashion icon, whose timeless style and courage reshaped global fashion and inspired generations worldwide.
Gay Chief Davis Mac-Iyalla Blasts Burkina Faso Anti-LGBTQ+ Law
Gay chief and activist Davis Mac-Iyalla has spoken out against the new law passed in Burkina Faso to criminalise homosexuality.
Elon Musk is Fueling Dangerous Anti-Trans Hysteria
Elon Musk spreads misinformation by claiming hormone therapy causes violence in trans people. Here’s the story behind his anti-trans rhetoric.
Inclusion as a Non-Negotiable: Nedbank Hosts DEI Roundtable Panel Discussion
Nedbank hosted a DEI roundtable emphasising inclusive practices as a non-negotiable for productivity, transformation, and shared prosperity.
Mental Health: A Queer Little Chat With AI
A gay man from South Africa chats with an AI friend about life’s big questions – from mental health to helping our community.