Study Identifies Gaps Between Gender Identity and the Healthcare System
A new South African study reveals major barriers to gender-affirming care, including cost, long waits, limited services and discrimination.
“Just Don’t Go”: Texas Drag Ban Struck Down Again as Judge Rules Law Unconstitutional
A federal judge has ruled a drag ban in Texas is unconstitutional in a victory for drag performers, LGBTQ+ rights and free expression.
‘I’m Surprised I Woke Up’: Gay Man Attacked with Broken Bottle in Pretoria West
A gay man has been left physically and emotionally scarred after he was attacked and stabbed in the face with a broken bottle during a night out in Pretoria.
In Pictures: Inside Zanele Muholi’s Powerful Brave Beauties Exhibition Opening
Zanele Muholi’s Brave Beauties exhibition, celebrating trans women, recently opened at Constitution Hill. MambaOnline was there to capture the event.
Ghana’s Anglican Archbishop Rejects Criminalisation of Gay People
Ghana’s West African Anglican Archbishop says the church does not support criminalising gay people, despite his country’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: July 2026
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in July 2026, compiled by MambaOnline and OUT.
Women Are Reporting the News. So Why Do Men Still Dominate Who Gets Heard?
A new study reveals gender representation trends in Southern African media, finding that while there is progress, men still dominate who gets heard.
Petition Calls on South Africa to Reject Anti-Rights “Family Values” Conference
MambaOnline has launched a petition calling on South Africa to reject a planned Pan-African “family values” hate conference in Cape Town.
Soweto Pride 2026: Here’s What’s Happening Before the Big Weekend
Soweto Pride 2026 is coming. Discover the build-up events, Pride March and Queer Joy Celebration happening this September.
Senegal: 71 Face Trial After Mass LGBTQ+ Arrests Under Harsh New Law
Senegal sends 71 people to trial after mass LGBTQ+ arrests as the country intensifies its crackdown under a harsh new anti-gay law.