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Mohale calls Cassper Nyovest homophobic after Riky Ricky tribute
lifestyle

Mohale chastises Cassper over Riky Rick tribute: ‘This is homophobic’

Cassper Nyovest posts tribute to Riky Rick
Celeb News

‘Homophobic’: Cassper dragged by tweeps over Riky Rick tribute [photo]

Number 24
LGBTQIA+

Here’s how homophobia made number 24 taboo in Brazilian men’s football

Mohale calls Cassper Nyovest homophobic after Riky Ricky tribute
Celeb News

Mohale chastises Cassper over Riky Rick tribute: ‘This is homophobic’

Cassper Nyovest posts tribute to Riky Rick
Celeb News

‘Homophobic’: Cassper dragged by tweeps over Riky Rick tribute [photo]

Number 24
LGBTQIA+

Here’s how homophobia made number 24 taboo in Brazilian men’s football

Taariq Jaftha
LGBTQIA+

Triangle Project slams Taariq Jaftha’s hateful homophobic remarks

By Naledi de Wee14-12-2021 15:11

‘Real consequences for people who are LGBTQIA+’: The Triangle Project says Taariq Jaftha ‘would do well’ to critically think about his harmful homophobic remarks.

Jussie Smollet
Celeb News

Breaking: ‘Empire’ actor Jussie Smollett set to appeal trial verdict

By BANG Showbiz10-12-2021 14:37

Jussie Smollett will be appealing after he was found guilty of orchestrating a racist and homophobic attack on himself.

MacG has a long history of controversy
Celeb News

The man behind the mic: MacG and his controversial past

By Megan van den Heever08-12-2021 21:04

MacG has dabbled in controversy since the start of his career. Here’s a look back at the Podcast and Chill presenter’s biggest fails…

Siv Ngesi and Taariq Jaftha
Celeb News

‘This little coward’: Inside Siv Ngesi and Taariq Jaftha’s war of words

By Megan van den Heever10-11-2021 18:16

Siv Ngesi and Nadia Jaftha’s brother, Taariq Jaftha, have been engaged in a messy social media spat following the latter’s homophobic rant…

‘Sexuality is not a decision’:
Celeb News

‘Sexuality is not a decision’: Kelly Khumalo ‘ambushed’ by Zim restaurant

By Alicia Naidoo08-11-2021 13:25

Kelly Khumalo’s manager: ‘Everything was a rushed job because clearly they wanted to get away from it being an issue.’

Toya Delazy
Music

Toya Delazy slams SA Hip- Hop Awards for being ‘homophobic’

By Naledi de Wee05-11-2021 19:43

London-based musician Toya Delazy has slammed the South African Hip-Hop Awards claiming the organisation and its organiser are ‘homophobic’.

Standing in solidarity: Kelly
Celeb News

Standing in solidarity: Kelly Khumalo refuses to replace Somizi at Zim gig

By Alicia Naidoo05-11-2021 11:33

Kelly Khumalo declined the offer to replace Somizi Mhlongo at the restaurant reopening gig in Zimbabwe after he was banned from entering the country.

Mayweather
Celeb News

Mayweather slammed for refusing pic with teen wearing nail polish [watch]

By Marilynn Manuel26-10-2021 18:35

Floyd Mayweather is being criticised after a clip of him refusing to take a selfie with a fan because he was wearing nail polish was shared online.

Will Young
LGBTQIA+

Pop star Will Young reveals childhood ‘gay shame’, eighties homophobia

By Naledi de Wee01-10-2021 13:37

British pop star and actor Will Young reveals he experienced ‘gay shame’ when he was six years old and emphasises that ‘parents need to sort their sh*t out’.

homophobic murder lesbian woman murdered
News

Homophobic murder: Killer bragged about removing ‘curse’

By Lyse Comins28-09-2021 17:11

Lesbian activist, Sisanda Gumede, 28 was the latest victim of homophobic murder in South Africa when she was stabbed at the weekend.

Matt Damon - Homophobic Slur
Celeb News

Matt Damon ‘retired’ his ‘f-slur’ at daughter’s request

By Cover Media02-08-2021 21:20

‘The Bourne Identity’ star Matt Damon has vowed to never use a gay slur again after his daughter explained to him why it was unacceptable.

Georgia attack on journalists
World News

Georgia TV stations suspend broadcasts over attacks on journalists

By AFP14-07-2021 19:03

On Wednesday, four independent TV stations – Formula, Mtavari, Pirveli, and Kavkasia – said they were suspending broadcasting for 24 hours.

Who’s wearing the pants? Rich
Fashion and Beauty

Who’s wearing the pants? Rich Mnisi skirts the norm for men’s fashion

By Alicia Naidoo23-06-2021 13:28

Mzansi designer Rich Mnisi has Twitter in a twist after posting pictures of himself in some miniskirts. Here’s what Tweeps have to say.

elections zikalala
News

Youth Day Latest: ‘We condemn the killing…of members of LGBTQIA+’

By Lyse Comins16-06-2021 14:31

KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala used his Youth Day speech to condemn the recent homophobic attacks in the province.

Anele Bhengu LGBTQ
News

LGBTQ Murder: Latest brutal killing sets country back – MEC

By Lyse Comins14-06-2021 11:57

The latest brutal murder near Durban has sparked fears in the LGBTQ community that they are increasingly becoming targets of homophobia.

Castro gay men Gauteng
News

Gauteng ANC member blasted for ‘celebrating’ murder of gay men

By Tom Head23-04-2021 12:16

In a highly offensive Tweet, Castro Ntobeko appeared to welcome the murder of four gay men in South Africa – sparking a fierce backlash.

South Africa twins Namibia homophobic
News

Diplomatic row brews between SA and Namibia – due to ‘homophobic laws’

By Tom Head26-03-2021 17:18

The DA is backing the ANC to take a stand against our neighbour, after two babies – born in SA to a same-sex couple from Namibia – were refused citizenship.

LGBTQI+ Pretoria Theatre
News

Pretoria theatre in ‘homophobia’ row – after LGBTQI+ show for kids cancelled

By Tom Head27-10-2020 10:09

The DA’s Rainbow Network has strongly opposed the cancellation of a puppet show at a Pretoria Theatre, which aims to teach kids about LGBTQI+ issues.

Israel Folau
Rugby

Folau’s ‘personal choice’ not to take knee, says Dragons coach

By AFP03-08-2020 15:25

Israel Folau was at the centre of fresh controversy when he opted against taking a knee in a Super League anti-racism protest.

Gay Premier League Player
English Premier League

Gay Premier League player reveals pain of sexuality secret

By AFP11-07-2020 15:10

There are currently no openly gay players in the Premier League and the only one to declare his sexuality in England during his playing career was Justin Fashanu.

EFF reaffirms support for LGBT
News

EFF reaffirms support for LGBT following bill backlash

By Thabo Baloyi04-07-2020 11:00

The red berets came under fire after three party members voted against the Civil Union Amendment Bill in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP)

Fashanu
English Premier League

Tragic gay trailblazer Fashanu honoured as United fans shamed

By AFP19-02-2020 17:22

Justin Fashanu, who in 1990 became the first English professional footballer to reveal he was gay, will be honoured on what would have been his 59th birthday.

Gay footballer
Soccer

South Africa’s first openly gay male footballer tackles homophobia

By James Richardson24-01-2020 14:07

Openly gay footballer Phuti Lekoloane wants to make sport a safer place for LGBTQI people by improving visibility with his LGBTI Legacy Games.

Folau Blue Bulls
Rugby

Folau branded ‘too controversial’ for the Blue Bulls

By James Richardson06-12-2019 10:25

The Blue Bulls believe that former Wallaby Israel Folau would make for an extremely risky signing and are not prepared to put their brand in jeopardy despite his talents as a player.

israel folau vs rugby australia details leaked
Rugby

Watch: Israel Folau blames bushfires on same-sex marriage [video]

By Siviwe Breakfast17-11-2019 16:57

Israel Folau took his opportunity to preach in church for a chance to go on one of his trademark homophobic rants.

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