Joy as United Methodist Church Votes to Allow Gay Clergy
In a significant development, the US-based United Methodist Church will allow gay clergy to serve in the church, overturning a 40-year ban.
Kenya: Court Issues Order Protecting LGBTQ+ People
The High Court in Mombasa issues a landmark interim ruling, ordering anti-gay groups from inciting violence against LGBTQ+ people in Kenya.
Nigeria: Calls for Release of Trans Celebrity Bobrisky
Calls are growing for the Nigerian authorities to release Bobrisky, one of Nigeria’s most visible transgender public figures, who supporters claim was unfairly jailed.
Iraq Moves to Officially Outlaw Homosexuality
The Parliament of Iraq has passed a bill that will formally criminalise homosexuality and transgender expression as jailable offences.
SA Fashion Week: James Presents Wows with Upcycling Collection
James Moroeng of James Presents may not have won this year’s SA Fashion Week Mr Price New Talent Search, but he certainly stole the show.
Virgin Active Trans Uproar: “Where Am I Supposed to Change?”
A trans activist says Virgin Active’s stance on transgender women’s use of changerooms is problematic for trans people who are transitioning.
New Project Tackles Health Needs of Soweto MSM Engaged in Chemsex
A new project aims to improve the well-being of men who have sex with men that engage in chemsex, a group that’s often stigmatised.
Lesbian, Bi & Queer Women Not Always Safe to be Themselves
As the world marks Lesbian Visibility Week, a survey of queer women finds that many are out and proud but can also feel unsafe in daily life.
First African Roller Derby Team to Achieve International Ranking
Meet Johannesburg’s very own rough and tough roller derby team, Golden City Rollers, who are making a name for themselves internationally.
Joy as Caribbean Nation Dominica Decriminalises Homosexuality
In a victory for equality in the Caribbean, the High Court of Dominica has struck down colonial-era laws that criminalised same-sex intimacy.