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Cape Town’s ILGA World Conference a Milestone for LGBTI Human Rights:
Cape Town became a beacon of progress as it hosted the ILGA World Conference, a pivotal moment in the fight for global LGBTI rights.
Chemsex Harm Reduction AI Chatbot Aims to Tackle Stigma and Improve Health:
A new AI chatbot has been launched to provide non-judgemental harm reduction support to men who have sex with men who engage in chemsex.
Yes, It’s Helen Zille in Drag!:
South African politician Helen Zille, who's been accused of transphobia, has undergone an astonishing drag transformation for Die Tollie & Manila Show.
Sachet Away: 4 Drag Artists vs Plastic:
While drag artists may use plastic in their costumes, some are speaking out about the plastic industry’s intrusion into our world and bodies.
In Pictures: Lesotho Pride 2024:
The 2024 Lesotho Pride event marked a vibrant celebration for the country’s LGBTQIA+ community. Check out these stunning images of the day.
“Let’s Make Discrimination a Thing of the Past”: Lesotho Pride 2024:
As exemplified by the 2024 edition, Lesotho Pride is one of the most important events for the Southern African nation’s queer community.
Queer Music: Ange Madame Defies Limits with New Album:
South African queer avant-garde artist Ange Madame unveils their second album and continues to create unseen worlds in their music and art
LGBTI Movements Under Attack: $100 Million in LGBTI Funding Announced:
Amid rising anti-rights backlash, more than $100 million in new LGBTI funding has been pledged for groups and initiatives worldwide.
International Pride Awards Honour Five Global LGBTIQ+ Equality Heroes:
Five remarkable advocates for LGBTIQ+ equality were celebrated at the first-ever International Pride Awards in Cape Town on Wednesday.
MCQP Turns 30 with the Mother of All Celebrations:
MCQP, Cape Town's iconic LGBTQIA+ costume celebration, is set to return for its 30th anniversary with another uniquely-themed outing.
Hope and Defiance Mark Opening of ILGA World Conference:
Powerful South Africa and international speakers opened the ILGA World Conference amid growing global repression against LGBTIQ+ communities.
ILGA World Conference: Global LGBTIQ+ Gathering Kicks Off in Cape Town:
The 2024 ILGA World Conference, one of the largest global gatherings of LGBTIQ+ activists and allies, has commenced in Cape Town.
Grindr Launches HIV Self-Test Kit Programme in Namibia, an African First:
Dating app Grindr is now linking users in Namibia and Australia to free HIV self-test kits that are delivered directly to their homes.
A First for Africa! Cape Town to Host WorldPride 2028:
Cape Town has been chosen as the host city for WorldPride 2028; the first city in Africa to make history by holding the international event.
The Anti-Apartheid Struggle Will Not be Pinkwashed: History Shows That Suspension of Israeli Organisation from ILGA World Was Correct:
After protests, ILGA World removed Tel Aviv as a potential conference host city. Here's why it was the right thing to do.
Feather Awards 2024: All the Winners!:
The Feather Awards celebrated its 16th edition on Thursday night, honouring LGBTQIA+ standouts and allies at a ceremony in Johannesburg.
Mali Outlaws Homosexuality for the First Time:
Mali's military government has criminalised homosexuality for the first time, underscoring a rise in state-led homophobia across West Africa.
Date Set for Trial of Johannesburg Grindr Gang Suspects:
Activists have welcomed the setting of a trial date for the seven men accused of being part of the so-called "Grindr gang."
Defending Global LGBTI Rights: ILGA World’s Julia Ehrt:
Ahead of the ILGA World Conference, we spoke to ILGA World’s Executive Director, Julia Ehrt, about the impact of holding the event in Africa.
USA: Horrified LGBTQ+ Community Braces for Another Trump Presidency:
The prospect of a second Trump administration has left America's LGBTQ+ community bracing for renewed threats to its rights and freedoms.