SA Rugby supports LGBTQ inclusivity on Human Rights Day
In a stand against homophobia in sport, the SA Rugby Union has thrown its weight behind the LGBTQ-affirming rugby tournament held in Johannesburg on Human Rights Day. On Wednesday, Jozi Cats – South Africa’s first gay and inclusive competitive rugby team – and the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) hosted an inclusive tag rugby […]
History made as LGBTQ flag flies over Pretoria City Hall (pics)
In what’s believed to be a first for South Africa, the LGBTQ Pride rainbow flag has been officially flown by a city’s government. On Wednesday, a flag raising ceremony was held outside the Tshwane City Hall in Pretoria to mark Human Rights Day, which was commemorated across the country. The initiative was organised by the […]
Gotham star Cory Michael Smith comes out
American actor Cory Michael Smith, who plays Edward Nygma (The Riddler) in the TV series Gotham, has come out. The 31-year-old star spoke openly about his sexuality for the first time in an interview to promote his new film, 1985. Directed by Yen Tan, the movie tells the story of a closeted New York man […]
Cabinet finally approves historic Hate Crimes Bill
After a decade of campaigning by LGBTQ activists, South Africa’s Hate Crimes Bill is finally on its way to becoming law. On Wednesday (14 March), the Department of Justice announced that the Prevention and combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill had been approved by Cabinet. The Bill, which criminalises both hate crimes and […]
Congratulations! Somizi gets engaged in Paris
Somizi Mhlongo has revealed that he has gotten engaged to boyfriend Mohale Tebogo Motaung in the city of love. And it was the star who popped the question. On Monday, the 45-year-old choreographer, socialite and Idols South Africa judge posted a video on Instagram of the diamond ring with the comment: “It’s a Big YESSSSS. it’s […]
LGBTQ Sex and the City star to run for governor
Cynthia Nixon, best known for her role in Sex and the City, has confirmed that she is running for the office of New York governor. On Monday, Nixon announced her intention to challenge incumbent Governor Andrew Cuomo for the Democratic Party nomination. Describing herself as a lifelong New Yorker and progressive activist, she said she […]
Sunday Times slammed for transgender article fail
It may be 2018, but South Africa’s leading national Sunday newspaper does not appear to understand the basics of gender identity. In a sensationalistic article, the Sunday Times this weekend not only misgendered a transgender individual but also equated men who cross-dress with transgender women. The trashy tabloid style article, titled “Cross-dresser sleepless after crossing […]
RuPaul gets star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
RuPaul Charles has become the first drag queen to be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On Friday, the groundbreaking performer and television host attended a ceremony on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles, as fans lined up to cheer him on. Dressed in a tartan suit, the 57-year-old celebrity was presented […]
Will Russia block Ireland’s “gay” Eurovision song?
The singer of Ireland’s entry to the Eurovision Song Contest has lashed out at reports that Russia may ban his song’s broadcast because it features a same-sex couple. Last week, Ireland unveiled its entry for the 2018 competition; the track Together by Britain’s Got Talent finalist Ryan O’Shaughnessy. The video for the touching love song […]
March is Bisexual Health Awareness Month
March marks Bisexual Health Awareness Month. Now in its fifth year, the US-based Bisexual Resource Center uses this social media campaign to raise awareness about bisexual health. An increasing amount of recent studies are indicating that bisexuals make up the majority of the LGBTIQ+ community. A 2013 Pew Research Center study found that of the […]