Bid to block American kill-gays preacher from South Africa
An American hate preacher who has repeatedly called for the murder of gays and lesbians is set to visit South Africa in September to add more followers to his twisted brand of Christianity. Pastor Steven L Anderson of Tempe’s Faithful Word Baptist Church has called AIDs “the judgement of God” and stated that killing gay […]
A billion people now live with marriage equality
A billion people, around one seventh of the world’s population, now live in jurisdictions with full marriage equality. The figure, equal to 13.8% of humanity, is based on a new analysis by Melbourne-based LGBT rights activist, Tony Pitman. “The turning point came a few weeks ago when Colombia and then several Mexican states all achieved […]
UN LGBTI resolution: Take several seats, ambassador!
The South African ambassador who led the abstention in last week’s LGBTI resolution vote at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has been unable to clearly explain the decision in a frustrating radio interview. Nozipho Mxakato-Diseko, South Africa’s Ambassador to the UN in Geneva, appeared on Redi Tlhabi’s 702 show on Thursday in a bid to […]
Feather Awards Dialogue comes to QwaQwa
The fifth Chevrolet Feather Awards Dialogue takes place in QwaQwa in the Free State on Saturday 9 July. This year, the annual awards ceremony is marking its eighth anniversary by travelling to eight provinces to engage with communities about LGBTI issues and challenges. The dialogues are hosted in partnership with long standing sponsors Chevrolet and […]
Shock as Star Trek’s George Takei condemns Sulu being made gay
While many have welcomed news that the iconic Sulu will be revealed to be gay in the latest Star Trek movie, the character’s original actor (who is gay) isn’t impressed. John Cho, who now plays Hikaru Sulu, told the Herald Sun that the character will be shown in the upcoming Star Trek Beyond as raising a […]
Equality Court victory against Pink Loerie “gay curse” woman
Minette Van Rensburg, a member of the LGBT community, has won her Equality Court case against a George woman who said that the Pink Loerie Festival was a curse on the region. In an April 21 Facebook post, Desiree du Preez lashed out against the annual LGBT event in neighbouring Knysna, which this year featured a […]
“Kill the moffie,” said attackers in Cape Town gay hate crime
A young Western Cape man is still grappling with the after effects of being brutally targeted by two youths because of his sexuality. Geno Jonkers, a beauty spa consultant from Crawford, told Mambaonline that he fears for his life after being attacked last month at his uncle’s home in Cape Town’s Eerste River. The 20-year-old was […]
Egypt won’t comply with latest UN LGBTI resolution
Egypt has dismissed the recent landmark resolution against LGBTI discrimination and violence passed at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The resolution was adopted in Geneva last week and will mandate the appointment of an Independent Expert on violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. It was hailed as a historic victory […]
Britney Spears, Mary J Blige & Pink join host of stars for Orlando massacre single
A star-studded musical tribute to the victims of the Orlando massacre, titled Hands, has been released. Proceeds from the sale of the single will benefit Equality Florida, the GLBT Community Center of Central Florida, and GLAAD. Hands features a host of music luminaries including: Mary J Blige, Jason Derulo, Tyler Glenn, Selena Gomez, Halsey, Ty […]
Africa’s only LGBTI shelter strengthens ties with City of Cape Town
Africa’s first and only LGBTI crisis centre was visited by three City of Cape Town politicians this week. On Tuesday, Oranjezicht Ward 77 Councillor, Dave Bryant, prospective councillor Brandon Golding, and Councillor Stuart Diamond toured the Pride Shelter. They were hosted by the Matron, Jan Richter, with Board Members Andrew Howard and Dave Nel. The […]