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Here are all the 2023 Feather Awards nominees!: South Africa's most glamorous night of queer celebration is back! The 15th Feather Awards has revealed the fabulous and fierce 2023 nominees.

Here are the 2023 Mr Gay World contestants!: Hold onto your sashes, folks! Here are the men who are set to represent their respective nations at the 2023 Mr Gay World Grand Finale.

Back to the Future: MCQP returns for a blast from the past: South Africa's premier costume and LGBTQIA+ celebration, the Mother City Queer Project (MCQP), is set to rise from its glittery ashes.

Grindr Gang suspects could face attempted murder charges: The Johannesburg student who was kidnapped and beaten after being lured through the Grindr dating app is reportedly in a serious condition.

Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion at the 19th Annual Soweto Pride: Soweto Pride is back for its 19th year, promising a day filled with celebration, entertainment, and inclusivity on Saturday 30 September

New campaign shines spotlight on South Africa’s Equality Courts: A new campaign has been launched to educate South Africa’s LGBTIQ+ community about the Equality Courts and how to effectively use them.

Hong Kong: Court ruling will finally give same-sex couples legal rights: In a landmark decision, A Hong Kong Court has handed a partial victory to an LGBTI activist, giving same-sex couples hope that their relationships will be recognised.

Johannesburg Pride reveals new venue for 2023: The organisers of Africa's oldest LGBTIQ+ Pride event have announced a new home for the 2023 edition of Johannesburg Pride - and it's a well-known landmark in the city.

Ekurhuleni Pride 2023 to paint Springs pink in queer celebration: The 16th annual Ekurhuleni Pride will take place in Springs on 9 September 2023 as a celebration of LGBTIQ+ identity and achievements.

Iraq: Gay death penalty bill proposed: The Parliament of Iraq is poised to consider a bill that would establish the death penalty as punishment for same-sex conduct.