6 Non-Binary and Transgender Trailblazers from Southern Africa
Across Southern Africa, transgender trailblazers are stepping into leadership, visibility, and advocacy. Here are six you need to know!
Queer Film: Oliver Hermanus’ “The History of Sound” in Line for Palme d’Or Prize
The History of Sound, the new queer film by South African filmmaker Oliver Hermanus, will premiere at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
My Journey to Finding My Transgender Me
Mandy Jovial Swali, a transgender refugee from Uganda living in South Africa, shares her harrowing journey to becoming her authentic self.
Queer Books Top Annual List of Most Censored
Books with LGBTQ+ themes are again the most frequently censored titles in American libraries, according to the American Library Association.
Nakhane Strips Down and Reclaims Power in Bold Cover of “Killer” (Video)
South African multimedia artist Nakhane returns to the music scene with a deeply personal reinterpretation of the 1990 dance anthem, Killer.
Sexually Spiritual: A Playful Guide to Getting it On (Mindfully!) for Gay Guys
Hookups with heart? A playful guide for gay guys on bringing spiritual depth and meaning into sexuality, hookups, and relationships.
South Africa’s Trans Community Feels Abandoned, Despondent Following USAID Funding Freeze
Transgender activist Aurora Krotoa Moses speaks about the true cost of Trump’s USAID funding freeze on South Africa’s trans community.
India: Pride Event Cancelled Over Religious Threats
Organisers cancel a Pride celebration in the Indian city of Amritsar following threats to participants’ safety from religious groups.
Meet Nompilo Gwala, MambaOnline’s New Managing Editor
Heralding a bold new chapter, MambaOnline is proud to announce the appointment of Nompilo Gwala as its new Managing Editor.
Afghanistan: Fears for Lives of Two LGBTQ+ Women Arrested by Taliban
A young woman is pleading for the release of her soulmate, one of two LGBTQ+ women arrested by the Taliban in Afghanistan.