Trump set to leave 1.4 million trans Americans without protection

Protests have met the Trump Administration’s new plans to redefine “sex” so that transgender people are excluded from federal discrimination protections.
Joburg LGBTI clubbing institution Simply Blue closing down

It’s the end of an era. Johannesburg’s longest running LGBTI nightclub, Simply Blue, is closing down for good after 15 years.
Study shows PrEP has massive impact on HIV among gay & bi men

The test roll-out of PrEP in Australia has led to a dramatic reduction in HIV infections among gay and bisexual men.
Review: Kanarie is a coming out story that sings on screen

There’s a new acclaimed South African gay film in cinemas. Kanarie is the latest award-winning exploration of queer identity within a uniquely South African context. Here’s the Mamba review.
13 things you should know about being LGBTQ or a man who loves men

LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer/questioning) people and men who have sex with men often face stigma and discrimination in everyday life.
Outrage as international lawmakers vote to ban LGBT debates

It’s been reported that Uganda has joined a gang of anti-LGBT nations in banning any discussions on LGBT rights at the International Parliamentary Union (IPU).
Honouring queer African lives: Chike Frankie Edozien

Nigerian journalist Chike Frankie Edozien has written a remarkable new book about African queer lives. He talks to MambaOnline about LGBTQ+ visibility and hope.
Oscar Bougardt calls gays “f*gs” as Steven Anderson invited to visit SA

An anti-LGBTQ political party in KZN invites banned American pastor Steven Anderson to visit South Africa while local hate preacher Oscar Bougardt insults gay people again.
What does the Saldanha Bay Diocese’s same-sex union decision mean?

The Anglican Diocese of Saldanha Bay has taken the historic step of agreeing to bless same-sex couples, but what does it mean in practice?
Gay penguin couple become star attraction (Watch)

Loving gay penguin couple Sphen and Magic are drawing aquarium crowds, especially after being given an egg of their own to hatch.