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The festive season can be a challenging time for many LGBTQIA+ people. Tinashe Kushata of Queerwell provides expert advice on how to manage homophobic or hostile family environments - an LGBTQIA+ holiday survival guide! www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/13/h...
Home for the Holidays? Your LGBTQIA+ Holiday Survival Guide to Navigating Homophobic Family Dynamics
An LGBTQ+ holiday survival guide with expert advice from Tinashe Kushata on navigating homophobic family dynamics during the holidays.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:54 PM
The festive season can be a challenging time for many LGBTQIA+ people. Tinashe Kushata of Queerwell provides expert advice on how to manage homophobic or hostile family environments - an LGBTQIA+ holiday survival guide! www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/13/h...
South African psychologists have been recognised on the global stage for advancing LGBTQIA+ mental health and human rights, and challenging conversion therapy practices - in the country and across the continent. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/13/s...
South African Psychologists Honoured for Championing LGBTQIA+ Rights and Well-being
South African psychologists are recognised with a global human rights award for advancing LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health practices.
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December 13, 2025 at 4:38 PM
South African psychologists have been recognised on the global stage for advancing LGBTQIA+ mental health and human rights, and challenging conversion therapy practices - in the country and across the continent. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/13/s...
South Africa is outraged. A suspect in the murder of Cape Town gay teen Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi will appear in court on 17 December. A second suspect is still at large. Here’s what we know so far. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/12/c...
Calls For Justice Grow as Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi Hate Crime Case Continues
Calls for justice for murdered Khayelitsha teen Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi, as activists unite against the suspected homophobic hate crime.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:58 PM
South Africa is outraged. A suspect in the murder of Cape Town gay teen Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi will appear in court on 17 December. A second suspect is still at large. Here’s what we know so far. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/12/c...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup’s Pride Match was meant to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Instead, Egypt and Iran’s selection to play has exposed global tensions around queer visibility in football. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/11/w...
World Cup “Pride Match” in Turmoil as Egypt and Iran Picked for LGBTQ-Themed Game
Controversy erupts after anti-LGBTQ+ nations of Egypt and Iran are drawn to play in a Pride match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:34 PM
The 2026 FIFA World Cup’s Pride Match was meant to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Instead, Egypt and Iran’s selection to play has exposed global tensions around queer visibility in football. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/11/w...
“This year’s 16 Days of Activism hit differently — heavier, louder, and impossible to ignore.” Itumeleng Lets’oala reflects on why 2025 felt like the year awareness finally demanded accountability. 👇🏾 www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/10/o...
Opinion: From Awareness to Accountability – The Most Powerful 16 Days of Activism to Date
This year’s 16 Days of Activism amplified the fight against GBVF, urging government action, intersectional protection, and accountability.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:49 PM
“This year’s 16 Days of Activism hit differently — heavier, louder, and impossible to ignore.” Itumeleng Lets’oala reflects on why 2025 felt like the year awareness finally demanded accountability. 👇🏾 www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/10/o...
Ground-breaking in SA: The first national Chemsex Harm Reduction Guidelines have been released — finally putting stigma-free health, consent and queer safety first. Why this matters ⬇️ www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/10/q...
Queer Health: South Africa Unveils First Chemsex Guidelines to Reduce Harm and Save Lives
Groundbreaking chemsex guidelines launched to save lives and reduce harm among gay, bisexual and transgender communities in South Africa.
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December 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Ground-breaking in SA: The first national Chemsex Harm Reduction Guidelines have been released — finally putting stigma-free health, consent and queer safety first. Why this matters ⬇️ www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/10/q...
A new queen reigns! At just 18, Vukosi Mathye has become the youngest Miss Drag South Africa ever! Read how this impressive change maker from Tzaneen in Limpopp slayed the stage AND the judges. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/09/l...
Limpopo’s Vukosi Mathye Crowned as Youngest Miss Drag South Africa
Vukosi Mathye, just 18, wins Miss Drag South Africa 2025, making history as the youngest titleholder. A night of glamour, power and purpose.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
A new queen reigns! At just 18, Vukosi Mathye has become the youngest Miss Drag South Africa ever! Read how this impressive change maker from Tzaneen in Limpopp slayed the stage AND the judges. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/09/l...
A young queer life stolen in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. Sixteen-year-old Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi is brutally murdered in a suspected hate crime amidst the 16 Days of Activism Campaign. His family and community are calling for justice. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/09/o...
Outrage as Khayelitsha Teen Killed in an Alleged Hate Crime
Outrage as Khayelitsha teen Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi is murdered in a suspected homophobic hate crime, sparking anger and calls for justice.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:09 PM
A young queer life stolen in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. Sixteen-year-old Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi is brutally murdered in a suspected hate crime amidst the 16 Days of Activism Campaign. His family and community are calling for justice. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/09/o...
Their wedding went viral. Then came the backlash. In this exclusive video interview, Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo sit down with MambaOnline to talk love, tradition and standing proud. 🎥 Watch the full interview! www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/08/w...
Watch: Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo – The Video Interview
Watch Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo open up about love, culture and controversy in their exclusive MambaOnline video interview.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Their wedding went viral. Then came the backlash. In this exclusive video interview, Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo sit down with MambaOnline to talk love, tradition and standing proud. 🎥 Watch the full interview! www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/08/w...
Happy Pansexual Pride Day to everyone who loves beyond gender! 💗💛💙 But what is pansexuality exactly? How is it different from bisexuality? Here’s everything you need to know 👇 www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/08/q...
Queer 101: What It Means to Be Pansexual
What is pansexuality? A quick guide to attraction beyond gender, key terms and how pansexuality differs from bisexuality.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Happy Pansexual Pride Day to everyone who loves beyond gender! 💗💛💙 But what is pansexuality exactly? How is it different from bisexuality? Here’s everything you need to know 👇 www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/08/q...
Eudy Simelane was loved, talented, fearless. 17 years after her hate crime murder, Deputy Minister Steve Letsike says: “That body was important. That life deserved to live.” Here's her powerful memorial lecture in honour of Eudy. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/05/d...
Deputy Minister Steve Letsike Honours Eudy Simelane in Powerful Memorial Lecture
Deputy Minister Steve Letsike delivers moving tribute to Eudy Simelane, urging action against hate crimes and gender-based violence in SA.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Eudy Simelane was loved, talented, fearless. 17 years after her hate crime murder, Deputy Minister Steve Letsike says: “That body was important. That life deserved to live.” Here's her powerful memorial lecture in honour of Eudy. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/05/d...
🌈🏳️⚧️ Buffalo City marched — loudly, proudly, unapologetically. Colour, community and resistance filled the streets in the metro's 3rd Inclusive Pride. Explore this gallery of photos and relive a day of queer joy, protest and belonging. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/03/i...
In Pictures: 2025 Inclusive Buffalo City Pride
Inside Buffalo City Inclusive Pride: A vibrant celebration of queer African identity, protest and community. Explore the full photo gallery!
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December 5, 2025 at 11:49 AM
🌈🏳️⚧️ Buffalo City marched — loudly, proudly, unapologetically. Colour, community and resistance filled the streets in the metro's 3rd Inclusive Pride. Explore this gallery of photos and relive a day of queer joy, protest and belonging. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/03/i...
South Africa continues its reign as the world's bottom capital! Grindr Unwrapped 2025 spills the tea on roles, star signs, trends and queer culture highlights of the year. Find out more here.👇🏿 www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/04/s...
South Africa Tops the Bottoms Chart: Remains World's 'Bottoms” Capital!
Grindr Unwrapped 2025 names South Africa as the country with the most bottoms, plus bears, stars, hottest men, and queer pop culture trends!
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December 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM
South Africa continues its reign as the world's bottom capital! Grindr Unwrapped 2025 spills the tea on roles, star signs, trends and queer culture highlights of the year. Find out more here.👇🏿 www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/04/s...
The UK Girlguiding organisation has banned trans girls from participating as Girl Guides or Brownies, further shrinking public life for trans people in the UK. It's being called a “betrayal” of inclusion. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/04/b...
'Betrayal' as Trans Girls Banned from Girl Guides in the UK
UK Girlguiding bans transgender girls after court ruling, sparking outrage and petitions in defence of inclusion.
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December 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The UK Girlguiding organisation has banned trans girls from participating as Girl Guides or Brownies, further shrinking public life for trans people in the UK. It's being called a “betrayal” of inclusion. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/04/b...
This is what youth-led activism looks like! Cape Town youth led a powerful World AIDS Day and 16 Days of Activism event, using performance and advocacy to demand justice and healthcare access for LGBTQ+ communities. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/03/c...
Cape Town Youth Lead Call for Justice for World AIDS Day and 16 Days of Activism
Cape Town youth marked World AIDS Day and 16 Days of Activism with calls for action, remembrance and renewed commitment to ending HIV stigma.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:54 PM
This is what youth-led activism looks like! Cape Town youth led a powerful World AIDS Day and 16 Days of Activism event, using performance and advocacy to demand justice and healthcare access for LGBTQ+ communities. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/03/c...
“We are queer, African and proud.” Buffalo City’s Inclusive Pride organisers speak out against hate, erasure and violence — and reclaim their place in Africa’s story. Here's what happened at Saturday's Pride march in East London. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/02/q...
Queer, African and Proud: The Third Buffalo City Inclusive Pride March
Saturday's 3rd Buffalo City Inclusive Pride March asserted that queerness is African. Here's why visibility matters now more than ever.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:59 PM
“We are queer, African and proud.” Buffalo City’s Inclusive Pride organisers speak out against hate, erasure and violence — and reclaim their place in Africa’s story. Here's what happened at Saturday's Pride march in East London. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/02/q...
From a lockdown dream to one of Joburg’s most joyful queer community hubs — the Johannesburg Queer Chorus is redefining what belonging sounds like. Ahead of their Dezemba festive show, we dive into their story, their impact, and the magic they’re creating. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/01/j...
Joy, Community and Belonging: The Johannesburg Queer Chorus
Inside the Johannesburg Queer Chorus: a vibrant LGBTQIA+ community shaping music, joy, and belonging in Joburg.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:17 PM
From a lockdown dream to one of Joburg’s most joyful queer community hubs — the Johannesburg Queer Chorus is redefining what belonging sounds like. Ahead of their Dezemba festive show, we dive into their story, their impact, and the magic they’re creating. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/01/j...
World AIDS Day 2025 arrives at a dangerous moment. With vital LGBTQ+ health services slashed this year, South Africa faces a potential HIV resurgence. Our op-ed breaks down how 2025 became a turning point — and why urgent action is needed now. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/01/o...
Op-Ed: World AIDS Day 2025 — A Perilous Moment for SA's LGBTQ+ Community
World AIDS Day 2025 marks a troubling moment as LGBTQ+ communities in South Africa face unfriendly services and rising HIV risks.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:55 PM
World AIDS Day 2025 arrives at a dangerous moment. With vital LGBTQ+ health services slashed this year, South Africa faces a potential HIV resurgence. Our op-ed breaks down how 2025 became a turning point — and why urgent action is needed now. www.mambaonline.com/2025/12/01/o...
Gauteng Health has opened a dedicated Wellness Centre for LGBTQIA+ people and sex workers in Johannesburg — helping to fill the gap left after major HIV funding cuts. A step forward for dignity, safety, and accessible care. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/28/g...
Gauteng Health Launches Dedicated Wellness Centre for LGBTQIA+ Community and Sex Workers
Gauteng Health opened a dedicated Wellness Centre for LGBTQIA+ people and sex workers, aiming to restore services lost to HIV funding cuts.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Gauteng Health has opened a dedicated Wellness Centre for LGBTQIA+ people and sex workers in Johannesburg — helping to fill the gap left after major HIV funding cuts. A step forward for dignity, safety, and accessible care. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/28/g...
Russia has convicted a dead man of “LGBT extremism” for running an LGBTQ+ travel agency, after he died in custody. This shameful verdict exposes the regime’s continued war on LGBTQ+ people. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/27/s...
Shameful: Russia Convicts Dead Man of “LGBT Extremism”
Russia has convicted a man of “LGBT extremism” even after his death in custody, deepening the country’s crackdown on LGBTQ+ people.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Russia has convicted a dead man of “LGBT extremism” for running an LGBTQ+ travel agency, after he died in custody. This shameful verdict exposes the regime’s continued war on LGBTQ+ people. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/27/s...
Queer. African. Unapologetic. In an exclusive interview, Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo share the real story behind SA’s most talked-about traditional wedding that sparked celebration and condemnation. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/27/q...
Queer Love Meets African Culture: Celebrating “Cutest Couple” Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo
From a viral wedding to facing hate, Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo’s story celebrates queer African love and culture and unwavering pride.
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November 27, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Queer. African. Unapologetic. In an exclusive interview, Crosby Jodwana and Sean Nhlapo share the real story behind SA’s most talked-about traditional wedding that sparked celebration and condemnation. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/27/q...
Historic win! The EU’s top court has ruled Poland MUST recognise same-sex marriages from other EU countries. A judgment that could reshape LGBTQ+ rights across Europe. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/25/t...
Top Court Rules All EU States Must Recognise Same-Sex Marriages Registered Abroad
EU court rules Poland must recognise same-sex marriages performed abroad, a major win for LGBTQ+ rights and free movement across the EU.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:16 AM
Historic win! The EU’s top court has ruled Poland MUST recognise same-sex marriages from other EU countries. A judgment that could reshape LGBTQ+ rights across Europe. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/25/t...
"Inclusion is non-negotiable." South Africa’s LGBTIQ+ Workplace Equality Index isn’t just another survey — it’s a benchmark for real inclusion. Here’s why organisations should be part of it. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/25/s...
South Africa’s LGBTIQ+ Workplace Equality Index: Why It Matters
Deadline nears for SAWEI 2026, South Africa’s Workplace Equality Index. Here's why SA companies must step up for LGBTIQ+ inclusion.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:27 PM
"Inclusion is non-negotiable." South Africa’s LGBTIQ+ Workplace Equality Index isn’t just another survey — it’s a benchmark for real inclusion. Here’s why organisations should be part of it. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/25/s...
On 26 November, we celebrate the birthday of Simon Nkoli, an iconic figure in South Africa’s queer liberation movement. So who was he, and what is he remembered for? Discover why Simon's legacy still matters today. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/25/q...
Queer Icons 101: Simon Nkoli — A Revolutionary for All Freedoms
Simon Nkoli is often mentioned as a pioneer in the fight for queer rights in South Africa. So who was he, and what is he most remembered for?
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November 25, 2025 at 5:58 PM
On 26 November, we celebrate the birthday of Simon Nkoli, an iconic figure in South Africa’s queer liberation movement. So who was he, and what is he remembered for? Discover why Simon's legacy still matters today. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/25/q...
The global anti-gender movement is growing — and its impact on education, freedom and democracy is alarming. Here’s what you need to know. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/24/g...
Gender is Not an Ideology – But Conservative Groups Know Learning About it Empowers People to Think for Themselves
Anti-gender campaigns in US education are part of a wider effort to restrict rights, censor learning and weaken democracy.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:13 PM
The global anti-gender movement is growing — and its impact on education, freedom and democracy is alarming. Here’s what you need to know. www.mambaonline.com/2025/11/24/g...