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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.