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UK Government’s Puberty Blockers Ban for Trans Youth Sparks Outcry:
The UK government is accused of pandering to divisive public discourses and misinformation instead of centring the well-being of trans youth.
Lithuania: Constitutional Court Overturns LGBTI Families Ban:
Lithuania’s Constitutional Court has ruled that a ban on public depictions of LGBTI families is unconstitutional and must be repealed.
A Stage for Change: Drag Night Namibia’s Deyonce is Redefining Trans Visibility:
Drag Night Namibia has introduced its first transgender performer, who proudly celebrates her African heritage, diversity, and advocacy.
Durban Gay & Lesbian Film Festival Returns for 3-Day December Edition:
After a five-year break, the Durban Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is back for a short end-of-year edition of select screenings. Don't miss it!
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: November 2024:
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in November 2024, collated by OUT and Mamba.
Ghana: Supreme Court Dismisses Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Challenges:
Ghana's Supreme Court rejects petitions challenging the country’s harsh Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, clearing the way for it to potentially become law.
Kenya: LGBTIQ+ Fashion Designer Edwin Chiloba’s Killer Sentenced to 50 Years:
Jacktone Odhiambo, convicted of murdering his housemate and LGBTIQ+ activist Edwin Chiloba in Kenya, has been sentenced to 50 years in prison.
Human Rights Groups Condemn FIFA Over Saudi Arabia World Cup:
Human rights groups criticise FIFA for awarding the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, a nation that allows the death penalty for homosexuality.
Queer: Daniel Craig is Superb in this Courageous William Burroughs Adaptation:
The impressive and courageous film Queer, starring Daniel Craig, explores the tension between personal freedom, transgression and control.
The LGBTQ+ Outlook: Why Positive LGBTQ+ Narratives Matter:
Sometimes we have to remind ourselves of positive LGBTQ+ narratives; that queer people can be seen, loved and be happy.
Report Exposes Sexual Harassment in SA Universities, LGBTQIA+ Students at Heightened Risk:
The Commission for Gender Equality has released a report detailing the persistence of sexual harassment in South African universities.
This Brazilian Tennis Star is an Exceedingly Rare Out Pro Male Player:
Brazilian player João Lucas Reis da Silva has become one of the few active male professionals on the tennis circuit to come out as queer.
Ghana: New President Non-Committal on Signing Anti-LGBTQ Bill:
Ghana's president-elect, John Mahama, has taken a cautious stance on whether he will sign the country's controversial anti-LGBTQ bill into law.
Pulling Back the Veil on the Anti-Gender Movement in South Africa:
The anti-gender movement seeks to roll back progress in gender and LGBTQ+ rights. Here are two key players in South Africa and their tactics.
Muldersdrift Gay Couple in Grindr Hostage Ordeal Allege Police Neglect:
A gay couple have shared a harrowing account of being held hostage in their Muldersdrift home by a man they met online and his accomplice.
Alert: Reports of Gay Dating App Attacks in Southern Gauteng:
Reports have emerged of abduction and extortion targeting gay men via dating apps in the Orange Farm and Vaal areas of Gauteng.
Russia: 12 Found Guilty Following Raids on Moscow Gay Clubs:
Twelve individuals arrested during "anti-LGBTQ 'propaganda" raids on Moscow gay clubs have been found guilty of “petty hooliganism.”
South Africa Crowned the World’s Power Bottom Capital:
Grindr's Unwrapped 2024 report reveals a cheeky accolade for South Africa, with the country scoring the world’s highest percentage of bottoms!
Get Your Groove On! Disco City Brings 70s & 80s Magic to Jozi:
Ready to boogie this festive season? Disco City is set to light up Joburg’s Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City from 27 December to 12 January.
Kenya: Housemate Found Guilty of Edwin Chiloba Murder:
Activists in Kenya welcome the guilty verdict in the trial of the man who murdered LGBTIQ model, fashion designer, and activist Edwin Chiloba.