HEADLINES
Details Emerge in Senseless Murder of Trans Woman Clement Hadebe:
A friend of Clement Hadebe, a trans woman murdered in Johannesburg, has spoken out to correct inaccurate media reports about her death.
African AIDS Society Calls for Urgent Free Mpox Vaccines:
Calls are intensifying for the widespread distribution of mpox vaccines in Africa amid fears that Western countries will again claim the lion's share.
South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: July 2024:
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and case updates in South Africa in July 2024, as collated by OUT and MambaOnline.
Strong and Sexy Men See the Doctor? Stay Healthy and See a Yellow Dot Doctor:
Some men have beliefs about seeing a doctor that can be very dangerous for their health. Stay healthy and see a Yellow Dot Doctor.
Joburg Murder Sparks Transphobic Victim Blaming:
The horrific murder of Clement Hadebe, a queer individual in Johannesburg, has sparked a flood of victim-blaming bigotry on social media.
End of an Era: Beefcakes Shuts Down:
After 15 years as a veritable fixture in South Africa’s LGBTIQ+ community, the Beefcakes chain is closing its doors for good.
USA: Misinformation Chips Away at LGBTQ Acceptance:
Acceptance of LGBTQ people in the US has declined over the past year, driven by a growing climate of misinformation and fearmongering.
Mpox Outbreak in Africa Was Neglected – It Could Now Turn Into the Next Global Pandemic:
The WHO has now declared the current upsurge of mpox in central Africa a public health emergency of international concern.
This Same-Sex Flamingo Couple Are Raising a Chick in an English Zoo:
A same-sex flamingo couple have successfully hatched and are raising a chick at the Paignton Zoo in southwest England.
Gay Man Jailed After Police Grindr Trap Allowed to Leave Qatar:
A gay British-Mexican man, entrapped by Qatari police who denied him his HIV medication, has been allowed to leave the country.
Almost a Year Later, Joburg Grindr Gang Case Postponed Again:
The seven alleged 'Grindr Gang' members accused of kidnapping and severely assaulting a Johannesburg student last year appeared in court on Monday.
Pope Meets Ugandan LGBTIQ Activist in Rome:
In a historic moment, a Ugandan LGBTQ+ activist has met with Pope Francis at the Vatican, receiving his support for equal rights.
Mozambique’s Transgender History on Display in a Powerful Photo Exhibition:
A pioneering photo exhibition of Mozambique’s queer and transgender past that was staged 20 years ago in Mozambique and South Africa has found new life and a new audience.
Meet the Mr Gay World 2024 Delegates:
Representatives from twelve countries are competing for the title of Mr Gay World 2024, hosted this year in England. Meet them here!
Paris Olympics: African LGBTQ+ Boxer Cindy Ngamba Wins Medal:
Cameroonian-born boxer Cindy Ngamba has become the only openly LGBTQ+ African athlete to win a medal at the Paris Olympic Games.
Nigeria: LGBTIQ+ Community Shaken by Murder of Trans Social Media Figure:
Nigeria's LGBTIQ+ community is mourning the brutal murder of Chantelle, popularly known as Abuja Area Mama, a well-known transgender TikToker.
Bulgaria Passes “LGBTI Propaganda” Ban in Schools:
The Parliament of Bulgaria has passed a Russian-style "gay propaganda" ban that will outlaw any representation of LGBT+ people in schools.
Mpox: A Guide for Men Who Have Sex with Men:
Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral infection that can affect anyone including men who have sex
Mauritius Pride Celebrates Newfound Freedom for LGBTIQ+ Community:
The recent 2024 Mauritius Pride march saw LGBTQ+ individuals and allies come out to celebrate the freedom to openly be themselves.
Thelma’s Triumph – A Trans Woman’s Path to Recovery:
Despite the challenges faced by trans women in Zimbabwe, and a struggle with addiction, Thelma has found community and purpose through sport.