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Hate Crime Murder of Gay 21-Year-Old Diego Jacobs in Cape Town:
As Cape Town prepares to commemorate Pride, tragic news has emerged of the suspected hate crime murder of 21-year-old Diego Jacobs.
Cape Town Pride Unveils “Out, Proud & Fabulous” 2024 Calendar:
Cape Town Pride has announced details of this year’s 3-week-long Pride Festival which runs from 8 February to 3 March 2024.
Russia: Woman jailed for wearing rainbow earrings:
Three people in Russia have been prosecuted for displaying rainbow symbols in the country's latest crackdown on the LGBT+ community.
SA Election Guide Highlights Political Parties’ Stance on LGBTIQA+ Rights:
As South Africa gears up for the upcoming elections, a new guide sheds light on the leading political parties' position on LGBTIQA+ rights.
Queer Life: You Need Friends and Benefits:
We're in the midst of a queer loneliness epidemic. Bruce J. Little looks at the benefits of making friends, even in steambaths!
First Look at SA Queer Filmmaker Oliver Hermanus’s International Series:
Introducing South African filmmaker Oliver Hermanus' international series, Mary & George, starring Oscar-winner Julianne Moore.
Pope says “special case” African culture won’t tolerate homosexuality:
Pope Francis has addressed the opposition from African Catholics to his more inclusive approach to homosexuality and same-sex relationships.
Meta Must Enhance Safety for LGBT+ Facebook and Instagram Users:
A new campaign is calling on Meta, Facebook and Instagram's parent company, to improve safety measures for LGBT individuals on its platforms.
Not like father, like son? Duduzane Zuma backs LGBTQI+ rights:
Jacob Zuma's son, Duduzane, is set to launch a political party - one that backs LGBTQI+ rights, in contrast to his father's bigoted stance.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: December 2023:
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and case updates in South Africa in December 2023, collated by OUT and Mamba.
Nigeria: Police Threaten to Arrest LGBTIQ+ TikTokers:
The celebration of LGBTIQ+ identities on TikTok in Nigeria sparks a disturbing response from police, who've threatened to arrest participants.
Queer Demographic Revolution: Almost 30% of Gen Z Americans Identify as LGBTQ+:
There's a seismic shift in sexuality and gender identification among young Americans, with 28% of Gen Z adults identifying as LGBTQ+.
All of Us Strangers: A Spectral Journey into Gay Love and Loneliness:
Queer film in 2024 is kicking off with a bang as All of Us Strangers, featuring Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott, hits South African cinemas.
Alarming Findings in isiZulu LGBTIQ+ Online Search Results Study:
A study into online search engine results for isiZulu LGBTIQ+ terms, reveals an "astonishing" amount of disinformation and hate content.
Jacob Zuma vows to reverse same-sex marriage rights in South Africa:
Disgraced former President Jacob Zuma is seemingly spearheading a campaign to undermine the hard-won rights of same-sex couples in South Africa.
Dricus Du Plessis UFC opponent’s shocking anti-LGBTIQ+ rant:
Sean Strickland, the man beaten by South Africa's Dricus Du Plessis in the weekend's UFC championship bout, is an unrepentant queerphobe.
Latheem rebrands as Jason Orpheus, unveils new single “Ghost”:
Out Cape Town singer-songwriter, Latheem, has undergone a transformative rebranding and emerged with a new identity as Jason Orpheus.
Burundi: President accused of stoking anti-LGBTIQ+ hate:
Burundi's president has come under fire from Human Rights Watch, the US and the EU for expressing support for executing LGBTIQ+ individuals.
They’re serving what?! How the c-word went from camp to internet mainstream:
If someone told you that you were “serving c*nt”, would you be offended? Christian Ilbury looks at the term's long history in queer communities.
RuPaul Champions Drag Queens in Emmys Triumph:
In a triumphant moment at the Emmys, RuPaul won his 8th Emmy Award and 5th for RuPaul’s Drag Race. Here are all the LGBTIQ+ Emmy highlights!