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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.

Hope and Defiance Mark Opening of ILGA World Conference: Powerful South Africa and international speakers opened the ILGA World Conference amid growing global repression against LGBTIQ+ communities.

ILGA World Conference: Global LGBTIQ+ Gathering Kicks Off in Cape Town: The 2024 ILGA World Conference, one of the largest global gatherings of LGBTIQ+ activists and allies, has commenced in Cape Town.

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.

The Anti-Apartheid Struggle Will Not be Pinkwashed: History Shows That Suspension of Israeli Organisation from ILGA World Was Correct: After protests, ILGA World removed Tel Aviv as a potential conference host city. Here's why it was the right thing to do.

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.

Mali Outlaws Homosexuality for the First Time: Mali's military government has criminalised homosexuality for the first time, underscoring a rise in state-led homophobia across West Africa.

Date Set for Trial of Johannesburg Grindr Gang Suspects: Activists have welcomed the setting of a trial date for the seven men accused of being part of the so-called "Grindr gang."

Defending Global LGBTI Rights: ILGA World’s Julia Ehrt: Ahead of the ILGA World Conference, we spoke to ILGA World’s Executive Director, Julia Ehrt, about the impact of holding the event in Africa.

USA: Horrified LGBTQ+ Community Braces for Another Trump Presidency: The prospect of a second Trump administration has left America's LGBTQ+ community bracing for renewed threats to its rights and freedoms.

Uganda: LGBTQ+ Community Endures ‘Drastic’ Increase in Online Attacks: LGBTQ+ people in Uganda are experiencing widespread online attacks, including blackmail, outing, and threats of physical violence.

A Mental Health Cheat Sheet for Men Who Have Sex With Men: If you're a gay or bi man, here are some small and easy mental health tips that will help you maintain a healthy state of mind.

LGBTIQ+ Ally Duma Boko to Lead Botswana as New President: Duma Boko, a human rights lawyer who's set to become Botswana's new president, is known for his firm support of LGBTIQ+ rights.

Kimberley to Host First-Ever Northern Cape Pride: The inaugural Northern Cape Pride is set for Kimberley on 30th November 2024 at the Galeshewe Open Air Arena.

Mayor Backs Cape Town Bid to Host Gay Games in 2030: Cape Town is one of seven cities - and the only one on the African continent - in the running to host the international 2030 Gay Games.

Queer Online Dating in South Africa – Risks and Safety Tips: Online dating is popular in the LGBTIQ+ community, but it carries risks, with criminals often targeting users. Stay informed on safety tips to protect yourself.

ILGA World Blocks Israeli Bid to Host 2026 Conference: ILGA World, the global LGBTIQ organisation, has barred an Israeli organisation from bidding to host its 2026 World Conference in Tel Aviv.

Victims of Deadly Hate Crimes Honoured at Johannesburg Pride: The 13 known LGBTIQ+ victims of suspected hate crimes in South Africa were honoured at Saturday's Johannesburg Pride March.

The US Christian Right’s Spending Boom in Africa to Fight LGBTQ Rights: US Christian Right groups, known for opposing LGBTQ+ and reproductive rights, have significantly increased their spending in Africa.