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How Will Newly-Elected Pope Leo XIV Treat LGBTQ+ People?: America's first leader of the Catholic Church, who has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV, has expressed concerning views about homosexuality and same-sex families.
Kenya Red Cross Accused of Hosting Anti-LGBTQ+ ‘Platform of Hate”: A pan-African conference that has drawn criticism from LGBTQ+ and reproductive rights advocates is set to take place in Nairobi.
Trans History: Marsha P. Johnson, The Woman Who Refused to Be Erased: “No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” These words capture the fiery heart and fearless spirit of Marsha P. Johnson.
US: Supreme Court Allows Trump Trans Military Ban to Proceed: The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump’s discriminatory ban on transgender military personnel to take effect.
Namibia: Celebrating African Drag and Vogue Beyond Borders: An exciting international artistic collaboration is set to spotlight African drag and ballroom culture on the global stage.
Brazil: Police Foil Bomb Plot at Lady Gaga Megashow: Police in Brazil say they have foiled a bombing plot targeting the LGBTQIA+ community during Lady Gaga’s record-breaking concert.
“Writing My Own Narrative”: South Africa’s First Male Gay Footballer, Phuti Lekoloane: Phuti Lekoloane, South Africa’s first openly gay male footballer, catches up with MambaOnline about the power of queer visibility in sports.
Justice on Hold: Grindr Gang Trial Stalled Again: The start of the trial for the seven "Grindr Gang" accused in Johannesburg continues to be pushed back over bureaucratic incompetence.
“No Place for Torture”: Dep. Minister Letsike Demands Action on LGBTIQ+ Rights in Africa: Deputy Minister Steve Letsike has called out the ongoing persecution and torture of LGBTIQ+ people across Africa as unacceptable and illegal.

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Trans History: Marsha P. Johnson, The Woman Who Refused to Be Erased: “No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” These words
“Writing My Own Narrative”: South Africa’s First Male Gay Footballer, Phuti Lekoloane: Phuti Lekoloane is no stranger
The Other Side of Amstel Maboa: On Legacy, Growth, and Queer Joy: Few names hold as much significance in South Africa’s queer cultural tapestry
“We Are Not a Footnote”: Roché Kester on Lesbian Visibility, Power and Healing: As part of Lesbian Visibility Week (21-27 April),
Helen Zille’s Transphobia: Hate Dressed up as “Common sense”: In the wake of a regressive UK Supreme Court ruling, Helen
Conversion Therapy Explained: The Hidden Abuse Still Facing LGBTQ+ People: In a country where LGBTQ+ rights are constitutionally enshrined,
“Who Am I to Judge?”: The Pope Who Opened the Door to LGBTQ+ Dialogue: As the Catholic world mourns the passing of Pope Francis at the
The ‘Monogamy Superiority Myth’: New Research Suggests Unconventional Relationships Are Just as Satisfying: From The Bachelor
Opinion | God Loves All Humanity, Even Queer People: I have some news to share with you; not quite gospel, but I did attend church this past Palm Sunday

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Trans History: Marsha P. Johnson, The Woman Who Refused to Be Erased: “No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” These words
Namibia: Celebrating African Drag and Vogue Beyond Borders: An exciting international artistic collaboration is set to spotlight African drag
Brazil: Police Foil Bomb Plot at Lady Gaga Megashow: Police in Brazil say they have thwarted a bombing plot targeting the LGBTQIA+ community during
The Other Side of Amstel Maboa: On Legacy, Growth, and Queer Joy: Few names hold as much significance in South Africa’s queer cultural tapestry
Writers Raise Funds for UK and SA Transgender Rights: Two award-winning authors, South Africa’s Lauren Beukes and Britain’s Jeannette
Remembering Thomie Holtzhausen: A Stalwart of Durban’s LGBTQ+ Community and Nightlife: Thomie Holtzhausen was synonymous with LGBTQ+

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How Will Newly-Elected Pope Leo XIV Treat LGBTQ+ People? America’s first leader of the Catholic Church, who has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV,
Kenya Red Cross Accused of Hosting Anti-LGBTQ+ ‘Platform of Hate” A pan-African conference that has drawn criticism from LGBTQ+
Trans History: Marsha P. Johnson, The Woman Who Refused to Be Erased “No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” These words
US: Supreme Court Allows Trump Trans Military Ban to Proceed The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump’s discriminatory ban on
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