Culture
Here’s our Feather Awards 2020 Photo Gallery:
The 12th annual Feather Awards was a glam celebration of LGBTIQ+ identity. Check out our photos of the red carpet and all the winners!
Nakhane: It doesn’t take much to turn me on:
In an exclusive interview, we speak to the multitalented Nakhane about sex and his contribution to Exhale, a ground-breaking queer African erotic anthology.
Amid the glam, Feather Awards calls for SA’s first queer president:
The 12th Feather Awards honoured LGBTIQ+ achievers and allies, with co-founder Thami Kotlolo calling for greater queer inclusion.
First look at Kristen Stewart’s lesbian Christmas romcom, Happiest Season:
A little lesbian cheer is just what we need this festive season, brought to us by Kristen Stewart's new romantic comedy, Happiest Season.
Wentworth Miller is done playing straight characters:
Out American actor Wentworth Miller has explained why he won't return to playing his breakout character on Prison Break.
Bev Ditsie’s new film to screen at Africa Rising Festival:
The Beijing Retrospective, the new film by queer activist and filmmaker Doctor
MultiChoice ‘regretful’ but denies Cheeky Palate hate speech:
MultiChoice has defended its right to have aired homophobic comments on its controversial Cheeky Palate show, insisting that these did not amount to hate speech.
Simphiwe Dana comes out as LGBTQ:
Acclaimed South Africa singer and songwriter Simphiwe Dana has come out as queer and revealed that she's engaged to marry a fellow performer.
#YouAreIncluded at Copenhagen 2021 WorldPride and EuroGames:
Steve Taylor tell us what Copenhagen 2021 WorldPride and EuroGames are set to offer and why you should consider taking part.
Queer reads: Will Young, Mariah Carey & Shaun Fuchs:
With the holidays just around the corner, here are three new queer-interest books to feed your mind and soul.
Wait, so Moshe Ndiki and Phelo Bala are back together AND married?:
Social media is reeling after discovering that not only are controversial queer celebrity couple Moshe Ndiki and Phelo Bala back together but that they are also married.
Sam Smith drops new album ‘Love Goes’:
Multi-award-winning global queer star Sam Smith has released their new album Love Goes, which features hits like Dancing with a Stranger and the latest single Diamonds.
PTA theatre banned anti-bullying show to “protect” kids:
The Pretoria theatre that cancelled an LGBTQ-affirming children’s
Blvck Queer Block:
Blvck Queer Block (BQB) is a new South African creative, collaborative and authentic performance forum that represents black and queer women on Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
LGBTQ-inclusive puppet show cancelled by PTA theatre:
The Pierneef Theater in Pretoria has scrapped performances of an inclusive children’s puppet show because of complaints that it includes LGBTQ characters.
Teen Wolf’s Tyler Posey reveals he’s been with men:
Heartthrob actor and musician Tyler Posey has candidly opened up about his sexuality and his journey of sobriety.
Christmas is coming early for Euphoria fans:
While Season 2 of the Emmy-winning HBO drama series Euphoria may be delayed by Covid, it will return with two special episodes in December.
Strictly Come Dancing’s first same-sex couple a ratings hit:
The first Strictly Come Dancing episode featuring a celebrity same-sex couple has proved to be a ratings hit in the UK.
Outdoor destinations to explore in every province:
No matter where you are in Mzansi, there’s an outdoor destination you’ll love – read on to find out where to next take your brand-new hiking boots for a spin.
Do better! Government snubbed in 2020 Feather Awards nominations:
The nominees for the 12th annual Feather Awards have been announced and include a range of LGBTIQ and allied celebs and activists. This year, the South African government was notably snubbed.