Ghana: Supreme Court Hears Challenges to Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill
The Supreme Court of Ghana began hearing two petitions challenging the extreme Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill that was passed by the country’s Parliament in February.
Queer Kenyans and Nigerians Also Plagued by Dating App Criminals
The targeting of LGBTQ+ people by dating app criminals is well known in South Africa, but it’s also a reality in other African countries.
President Ramaphosa Signs Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill
In a historic development, President Ramaphosa has signed the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill into law, after almost two decades of advocacy.
Gallery: Queer Authors Launch Debut Books
Queer authors and activists Angelo C Louw and Kabelo Maleke wa Ncube launched their debut books in Johannesburg on 25 April 2024.
Namibia: LGBTQI+ Activists Demand End to Wave of Deadly Hate
Activists and LGBTQI+ groups in Namibia condemn the deadly attacks on queer people in the wake of an anti-LGBTQI+ bills passed by Parliament.
Meet Anastasia K Boney, The First Trans Miss Drag South Africa
A 33-year-old Northern Cape police constable has made history by becoming the first transgender woman to win the Miss Drag South Africa title.
The Big Queer Election Debate
Join the Big Queer Election Debate, where queer leaders from several political parties will make their pitch to the LGBTIQ+ community.
Daniel Radcliffe “Sad” Over JK Rowling’s Transphobic Views
Former Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has addressed JK Rowling’s increasingly anti-trans outbursts, asserting that he remains a committed ally.
US: Hate Fuelling Mental Health Crisis Among LGBTQ+ Young People
A new report has found that almost 40% of LGBTQ+ young people in the US had serious thoughts of suicide in the past year.
Namibia: Rise in Deadly Hate Crimes Against LGBTQIA+ Community
A 30-year-old transgender woman is the latest victim in a spike in hate crime murders of queer people in Namibia, with politicians blamed for the crisis.