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SA and International Groups Condemn US Foreign Aid Halt:
Several groups condemn the Trump administration's irresponsible decision to halt the provision of HIV and other health services worldwide.
Trump Transgender Military Ban Already Facing Legal Challenges:
President Trump has reinstated his ban on trans individuals serving in the US military, a move that's sparked at least two legal challenges.
LGBTIQ+ Community Mourns Intersex Activist Dimakatso “Garfield” Sebidi:
South Africa's LGBTIQ+ community is mourning the loss of Dimakatso "Garfield" Sebidi, an intersex rights pioneer and fearless advocate.
US Bishop Praised for Speaking Truth to Power to Trump (Watch):
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde is being praised for addressing President Trump’s hypocrisy and heartless policies while he sat in attendance.
Namibia: Anti-Same-Sex Marriage Law Enacted:
Activists have vowed to challenge a new law in Namibia that overturns a landmark Supreme Court ruling by outlawing same-sex marriage.
In Pictures: Gert-Johan Coetzee’s Disney Collection:
Out and proud South African designer, Gert-Johan Coetzee, has unveiled his recent limited-edition capsule collection with Disney.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: December 2024:
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and updates in South Africa in December 2024, collated by OUT and Mamba.
DA Officially Backs WorldPride Cape Town 2028:
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has officially endorsed Cape Town hosting WorldPride in 2028, describing it as a boost for the city’s economy.
Vatican May Allow Celibate Gay Priests to Enter Priesthood:
In what some say is a step forward, the Vatican is more open to admitting gay priests into the priesthood, provided they remain celibate.
Corporate America Still Embracing LGBTQ+ Inclusion Despite Backlash:
As some high-profile corporations scale back diversity and inclusion