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This Year’s Free State Pride Was Cancelled – Here’s Why:
The 2025 edition of the annual Free State Pride has been cancelled, dealing a blow to LGBTIQ+ visibility in the province.
Eastern Cape Marriage Bill Hearings Expose Anti-LGBTQ Sentiment:
Public hearings on South Africa's proposed new Marriage Bill in the Eastern Cape have revealed ongoing resistance to same-sex marriage.
Walt Disney Overwhelmingly Rejects Anti-LGBTQ+ Proposal:
In a welcome move, the vast majority of Walt Disney Company shareholders vote to remain in an LGBTQ+ workplace equality initiative.
Defiance as Hungary Bans Pride Marches to “Protect Children”:
In a devastating blow to LGBTI+ rights in Europe, Hungary has passed a repressive law banning Pride marches across the country.
WorldPride Washington 2025: Safety Concerns for Queer Visitors to the US:
Amid attacks on LGBTIQ+ rights in the US, concerns grow about the safety of international visitors at WorldPride 2025 in Washington DC.
Namibia: President Rejects Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills:
The President of Namibia, Nangolo Mbumba, has declined to sign two anti-LGBTQ bills, despite recently outlawing same-sex marriage.
More Countries Cut Foreign Aid, Endangering Marginalised Communities:
What began with the Trump administration’s drastic cuts to US foreign aid has now become a global trend, with other countries following suit.
ANC Youth League Slammed Over LGBTQIA+ Focus in Abuse Case:
The ANC Youth League in KZN has been criticised for drawing attention to the LGBTQIA+ identity of an individual accused of molesting a child.
Dion George, SA’s First Gay Male Govt Minister, Made History at Cape Town Pride:
Dion George made history at Cape Town Pride 2025 with a powerful speech as South Africa’s first out and proud gay male cabinet minister.
Ghana: Despair as Extreme Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Returns to Parliament:
The queer community in Ghana is under renewed threat for identifying as LGBTQ+ after lawmakers revived a draconian anti-LGBTQ+ bill.