HEADLINES
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.
Doccie Shines Light on Barriers to Gender-Affirming Healthcare in South Africa:
A new documentary from Iranti has highlighted the critical need for accessible gender-affirming healthcare in South Africa.
FEATURES
My Journey to Finding My Transgender Me: Mandy Jovial Swali, a 27-year-old transgender refugee from Uganda now living in South Africa, shares her harrowing
South Africa’s Trans Community Feels Abandoned, Despondent Following USAID Funding Freeze: In January, US President Donald
The Silent Epidemic: How Gay Men in South Africa Face Rising Violence in the Digital Age: Despite South Africa’s progressive legal
Trans Mental Health: My Journey to Turn Trauma into Purpose:
Trans mental health is rarely talked about. In this raw and powerful personal essay,
Trans mental health is rarely talked about. In this raw and powerful personal essay,
Fighting for God: The Church’s War on Trans People in Botswana: Phio Kenosi reflects on his deeply personal journey with faith as a trans individual,
Cassandra Roxburgh: Finding Trans Hope When the World Feels Like It’s Burning: Amid the rising global vilification of gender diverse
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: February 2025: MambaOnline and OUT Well-being publish a monthly overview of reported LGBTIQ+ rights violations
Seen but Not Safe: The Double-Edged Sword of Trans Visibility in Namibia: We are often told that LGBTIQ+ visibility is essential for driving
More Countries Cut Foreign Aid, Endangering Marginalised Communities: The world’s most vulnerable communities are facing an alarming crisis
Culture
Queer Books Top Annual List of Most Censored: Books with LGBTQ+ themes remain among the most frequently censored titles in American libraries, according
Nakhane Strips Down and Reclaims Power in Bold Cover of “Killer” (Video): South African, UK-based multimedia artist Nakhane has returned
Jason Orpheus Dedicates Powerful New Song to Gay Imam Muhsin Hendricks (Listen): Cape Town-based singer and songwriter Jason Orpheus
Watch “Wicked” Star Cynthia Erivo’s Powerful Speech at GLAAD Awards: Wicked star Cynthia Erivo delivered a powerful
The Search for Miss Drag South Africa 2025 is Underway: Miss Drag South Africa, the country’s premier national drag pageant, is officially accepting
LGBT+ Stars Urged to Boycott Hungary Over Pride Ban: There are calls for high-profile LGBT+ musicians like Chappell Roan and allies like Katy Perry
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My Journey to Finding My Transgender Me
Mandy Jovial Swali, a 27-year-old transgender refugee from Uganda now living in South Africa, shares her harrowing
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Queer Books Top Annual List of Most Censored
Books with LGBTQ+ themes remain among the most frequently censored titles in American libraries, according
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Nakhane Strips Down and Reclaims Power in Bold Cover of “Killer” (Video)
South African, UK-based multimedia artist Nakhane has returned
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Sexually Spiritual: A Playful Guide to Getting it On (Mindfully!) for Gay Guys
Growing up, my sexuality came bundled with a hefty side
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