Author Archive

Homophobic bullying: Gauteng learner takes own life: A 12-year-old boy from Gauteng has died by suicide following what appears to be a case of homophobic bullying involving a school teacher.

Outcry over Steve Hofmeyr’s Cape Town shows: Steve Hofmeyr, who apologised to the LGBTIQ+ community for his queerphobic remarks, is facing more controversy over upcoming concerts in Cape Town.

South African transgender pilot fights to return to the skies: An experienced South African transgender pilot says that his flying career has been unfairly grounded by the aviation authorities due to his gender identity.

In Pictures: The Faces of Pretoria Pride 2023: Pretoria Pride celebrated its tenth anniversary under the theme of “Be Your Alter Ego.” We were there to capture the faces of Pretoria Pride 2023!

In pictures: Soweto Pride 2023: Here's our colourful gallery of images of the 19th edition of Soweto Pride, which was another powerful celebration of LGBTIQ+ joy and unity.

Soweto Pride 2023 a vibrant display of LGBTIQ+ joy and solidarity: Soweto Pride was a vibrant expression of queer joy and celebration underpinned by powerful messages of inclusion, dignity and equality.

Grindr Gang: Seven arrested as kidnapped student rescued: The police have arrested a group of men suspected to be connected to dozens of so-called Grindr Gang cases targeting the LGBTQI+ community.

Ramaphosa talks toxic masculinity and violence against queer men: South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has addressed the impact of toxic masculinity and how it also impacts young queer men.

Another anti-LGBTIQ+ shop sign emerges in Gqeberha: In a concerning development, a new offensive and discriminatory sign targeting the LGBTIQ+ community has surfaced in Gqeberha, this time at a mall car wash.

Religious pushback against South Africa’s new Marriage Bill: Religious leaders have criticised South Africa's new Marriage Bill, which aims to establish gender-neutral and equal marriage rights for all.