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Sabelo Mlangeni’s intimate portrayal of queer Nigeria
The photographer continues exploring queer lived experiences across Africa in The Royal House of Allure, tenderly documenting a safehouse for queer folk in Lagos.
Love Letter to my queer family
Johannesburg’s Pride Parade has its roots in struggle politics and not some public relations rewrite
Until queer means being free
A new comic book features stories that reflect on the everyday experiences of being queer in Africa
Learning to live my truth as a gay person
I was 22 years old before I was open about my sexuality. I hope others won’t have to wait so long
An open letter of thanks to Justice Edwin Cameron
Twenty-five years on from our first democratic election, the need for role models for young queer people is felt now more than ever
Being a mensch first, Edwin-style
Above all, Justice Cameron learned and taught that you can never judge anybody by their cover
Shining a light on lesbian experiences in Nigeria
Pamela Adie’s LGBTQIA+ documentary ‘Under the Rainbow’, celebrates resilience and the pursuit of happiness and delivers its message as a love letter
Folau’s social media in mystery shutdown
The former Wallaby launched legal action against Rugby Australia earlier this month, demanding an apology, compensation and the right to play again
Folau ‘anti-gay’ crowdfunding campaign shut down
Folau, a purportedly devout Christian, was fired last month after a Rugby Australia tribunal found him guilty of "high-level" misconduct
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Court must declare Cape Town’s ‘inhuman’ demolitions, evictions illegal, says law centre
The city argues that it is not carrying out evictions, but is acting against land invasions
Back in time to meals on wheels
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People’s behaviour stoking Gauteng pandemic
The active case count of Gauteng surpasses that of whole countries. Workers at clinics report a ‘concerning’ relaxation of basic health protocols
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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES
An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners
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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised
SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
