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We need to reclaim pan-Africanism through love—for everyone

African LGBTQ+ people face violence, discrimination, and denial of their rights in the name of "African values." But love is a pan-African issue, writes Human Rights Watch's Larissa Kojoué.

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World

Freemasons, gay men, and corrupt elites in Cameroon — inside a conspiracy theory

A new book explores an ongoing conspiracy theory in Cameroon and neighboring Gabon that corrupt elites spread homosexuality through their connections to secret orders like the Freemasons.

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Music

From Mariah to Cher: The Ultimate LGBTQ+ Holiday Playlist for 2023

These holiday ear worms are hits among the LGBTQ+ community.

Politics

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George W. Bush Calls Out Republicans Trying to End HIV Program PEPFAR

The former president urged Congress to continue funding PEPFAR, a program that was created under his presidency that’s saved more than 25 million lives.

LGBTQ+ People Are Facing Increased Persecution, Violence, Ethiopian Activists Say

Government authorities are raiding venues thought to be LGBTQ-friendly, while social media videos are encouraging violence against queer Ethiopians.

South Africa becomes first country on continent to legalize same-sex marriage

With the deputy president's signature on a new law, South Africa on Thursday became the first country on the African continent to legalize same-sex marriages.

We need to reclaim pan-Africanism through love—for everyone

African LGBTQ+ people face violence, discrimination, and denial of their rights in the name of "African values." But love is a pan-African issue, writes Human Rights Watch's Larissa Kojoué.

Will President Obama Insist on LGBT Rights in Africa?

Human Rights First and HRC are pushing hard for LGBT rights and equality to be on the table at Washington's historic U.S.-Africa Summit.

LGBT Africans and Haitians Don't Need Trump's Insults, They Need Asylum

The president's ignorance of the world means he's completely unaware of what queer black people are going through.

South Africa Facing Millions More HIV Infections

Freemasons, gay men, and corrupt elites in Cameroon — inside a conspiracy theory

A new book explores an ongoing conspiracy theory in Cameroon and neighboring Gabon that corrupt elites spread homosexuality through their connections to secret orders like the Freemasons.

Dozens Arrested for Attending Gay Wedding in Nigeria

Homosexuality is illegal in the West African nation.

From Mariah to Cher: The Ultimate LGBTQ+ Holiday Playlist for 2023

These holiday ear worms are hits among the LGBTQ+ community.

Can PrEP Change the Global Fight Against HIV?

Pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, could help change the tide on new HIV infections worldwide. But that's only if the most at-risk populations can access the treatment.

LGBTQ+ Groups Denied Registration Even After Supreme Court Decision in Eswatini

The Eswatini government continues to refuse to register LGBTQ+ rights groups, despite a recent Supreme Court ruling supporting these organizations.

Pope Francis Says Being Gay Isn’t a Crime

He still refers to homosexuality as a “sin” though.

Democrats Push to Block Defense Funds to Uganda Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

Using the must-pass National Defense Authorization Act, two LGBTQ+ members of Congress have joined forces to hold up funds to the African country.

Gambian Officials Prize Homophobia Over Foreign Aid

Gambian president Yahya Jammeh is relishing his newfound recognition as Africa's most antigay head of state, taking a pass on millions in foreign aid in order to keep his new 'jail the gays' law.

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Traveling While LGBTQ in South Africa — 25 Years After Apartheid

Traveling through South Africa in the shadow of Black Panther -- and Nelson Mandela -- is totally worth it.

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The former president urged Congress to continue funding PEPFAR, a program that was created under his presidency that’s saved more than 25 million lives.

Government authorities are raiding venues thought to be LGBTQ-friendly, while social media videos are encouraging violence against queer Ethiopians.

With the deputy president's signature on a new law, South Africa on Thursday became the first country on the African continent to legalize same-sex marriages.

African LGBTQ+ people face violence, discrimination, and denial of their rights in the name of "African values." But love is a pan-African issue, writes Human Rights Watch's Larissa Kojoué.

Human Rights First and HRC are pushing hard for LGBT rights and equality to be on the table at Washington's historic U.S.-Africa Summit.

The president's ignorance of the world means he's completely unaware of what queer black people are going through.

A new book explores an ongoing conspiracy theory in Cameroon and neighboring Gabon that corrupt elites spread homosexuality through their connections to secret orders like the Freemasons.

Homosexuality is illegal in the West African nation.

These holiday ear worms are hits among the LGBTQ+ community.

Pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, could help change the tide on new HIV infections worldwide. But that's only if the most at-risk populations can access the treatment.

The Eswatini government continues to refuse to register LGBTQ+ rights groups, despite a recent Supreme Court ruling supporting these organizations.

He still refers to homosexuality as a “sin” though.

Using the must-pass National Defense Authorization Act, two LGBTQ+ members of Congress have joined forces to hold up funds to the African country.

Gambian president Yahya Jammeh is relishing his newfound recognition as Africa's most antigay head of state, taking a pass on millions in foreign aid in order to keep his new 'jail the gays' law.

Traveling through South Africa in the shadow of Black Panther -- and Nelson Mandela -- is totally worth it.