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The South African chapter of the Queer & Allied Chamber of Commerce Africa (QACC Africa) was officially launched in Cape Town.
Despite receiving a standing ovation for its bid presentation, Cape Town’s journey to host the 2030 Gay Games has sadly come to an end.
The second Inclusive Buffalo City Pride is on Saturday, 7 December in East London, with a march for trans health access and a picnic.
Discover the fascinating world of sexology—a science that explores pleasure, intimacy, and connection beyond the bedroom.
Chemsex and harm reduction have become buzzwords in conversations about sexual health, particularly among gay, bi and other MSM communities.
The two leading political parties in Ghana have been accused of fuelling anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment in the lead-up to the country’s elections.
Cape Town’s virulently homophobic pastor, Oscar Bougardt, is back in the spotlight, lashing out at news that the city will host WorldPride.
Cruising has long been part of gay life in many parts of the world. Hendrik Baird offers his perspective on cruising and its place in the digital age.
US Consulate General Principal Officer Ms Josie Ratcliffe and Deputy Chief of Mission Dana M Brown recently visited the Aurum POP INN clinic located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Activists in Uganda welcome a court ruling holding a former mayor liable for torturing 20 young men arrested on homosexuality charges.
The LGBTIQ+ community’s impact on popular culture is clear in Dictionary.com’s choice of “demure” as Word of the Year.
IPV within the LGBTIQ+ community is rarely discussed, but the tragic murder of a young Pretoria man has brought the issue into sharp focus.
The 2024 African Youth Survey has highlighted the progressive attitudes of South African youth toward LGBTQ+ rights compared to their peers across the continent.
Namibia’s elections make history with two out and proud queer candidates running for public office, a first for the nation and its LGBTIQ+ community.
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in October 2024, collated by OUT and Mamba.
Disturbing videos show four young men being beaten by a mob in the Nigerian city of Benin after they were accused of same-sex intimacy.
Ina Propriette’s ‘The Blueprint’ dazzles while reclaiming and reimagining Cape Town’s queer drag culture, writes Belinda Qaqamba Ka-Fassie.
Out Hollywood actor Luke Evans writes candidly in his memoir about experiencing homophobia while growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness.
US Senate staff member Heather Flynn visits Tshwane’s Aurum POP INN clinic, praising its impactful work with key populations like MSM and transgender women.
The number of transgender individuals murdered globally has risen sharply, which activists say reflects the impact of anti-rights movements.
Cape Town became a beacon of progress as it hosted the ILGA World Conference, a pivotal moment in the fight for global LGBTI rights.
A new AI chatbot has been launched to provide non-judgemental harm reduction support to men who have sex with men who engage in chemsex.
South African politician Helen Zille, who’s been accused of transphobia, has undergone an astonishing drag transformation for Die Tollie & Manila Show.
While drag artists may use plastic in their costumes, some are speaking out about the plastic industry’s intrusion into our world and bodies.
The 2024 Lesotho Pride event marked a vibrant celebration for the country’s LGBTQIA+ community. Check out these stunning images of the day.
As exemplified by the 2024 edition, Lesotho Pride is one of the most important events for the Southern African nation’s queer community.
South African queer avant-garde artist Ange Madame unveils their second album and continues to create unseen worlds in their music and art
Amid rising anti-rights backlash, more than $100 million in new LGBTI funding has been pledged for groups and initiatives worldwide.
Five remarkable advocates for LGBTIQ+ equality were celebrated at the first-ever International Pride Awards in Cape Town on Wednesday.
MCQP, Cape Town’s iconic LGBTQIA+ costume celebration, is set to return for its 30th anniversary with another uniquely-themed outing.