International LGBTQ students can apply for a Point Foundation Scholarship

November 1, 2018

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students enrolling in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2019-2020 academic year in the United States are encouraged to apply online for a Point Foundation Scholarship. Point Foundation (Point) is America’s largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ students of merit and currently is providing financial assistance and programmatic support… Read More International LGBTQ students can apply for a Point Foundation Scholarship

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Grindr releases new campaign video to promote kindness on the app with #KindrGrindr

October 28, 2018

Since September, Grindr has been running the #KindrGrindr campaign to tackle racism, discrimination, bullying and fat shaming not just on the app but in the LGBTIQ community. They have released various videos with various users sharing their experiences on the app. Check out the latest video below

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Watch ‘The Fear of Queer’ Panel Discussion at the 2018 Ake Festival

October 27, 2018

The Ake Festival is one of Nigeria’s foremost literary events that focuses on arts, literature and culture. Themed ‘Fantastical Futures,’ the 2018 edition is focusing on a reimagined African future while examine discussions around governance, gender and sexuality, literacy and education, health and well-being. One of the discussions was titled ‘The Fear of Queer’ and… Read More Watch ‘The Fear of Queer’ Panel Discussion at the 2018 Ake Festival

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Chiedozie: When there is no frame

October 27, 2018

Have you ever had a bizarre encounter and realised your WTF reaction to the cause of offence is an exceptional one? I had one such experience recently when, in the wake of more jaw-dropping figures of child-victims in the sixteen-year-old Catholic Church clerical abuse scandal, I posted onto my social feed a cartoon of a… Read More Chiedozie: When there is no frame

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Introducing a new French Podcast from Congo, Jeuniafrica

October 26, 2018

We at The Rustin Times are always excited to partner with NGOs across the African continent working towards creating a continent that is equal, inclusive and diverse. To this end, we have partnered with Jeunialissime, an NGO from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They are also using the media to change the way young people… Read More Introducing a new French Podcast from Congo, Jeuniafrica

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Daniel Asaya: You are the problem, not my sexuality

October 25, 2018

Last week, I decided to walk out of the closet and since then, my life has never remained the same. I’ve been met with messages of support as well as hateful wishes and death threats. I’ve inspired many and also disappointed some, especially strangers. At a very young age, I always knew I was different,… Read More Daniel Asaya: You are the problem, not my sexuality

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Watch the first episode of the new Queer series, Reality Check

October 25, 2018

Slay TV is known for great content when it comes to programming for black gay men. They have released the first episode of their new show from Christopher Rules. Titled Reality Check, the series is an honest, straight to the point comedy about a guy who finds himself in some wild situations that are quite… Read More Watch the first episode of the new Queer series, Reality Check

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South Africa’s LGBT community demands Cape Town hate pastor be jailed

October 25, 2018

LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) South Africans are calling for the Cape Town High Court to take action against hate pastor Oscar Bougardt for flagrantly contravening a hate speech court order. A petition, launched just a few days ago, has seen more than 2,600 people signing up to demand that the preacher be jailed… Read More South Africa’s LGBT community demands Cape Town hate pastor be jailed

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South African Singer and Winner of The Voice, Craig Lucas sings to his male love interest in the video for ‘Hearts Exposed’

October 23, 2018

On the 4th of September 2018, South African singer and winner of The Voice SA, Craig Lucas came out as gay. In the emotional letter, Lucas spoke about battling his depression and the struggle to keep his sexuality private so as not to jeopardise his career. View this post on Instagram An… Read More South African Singer and Winner of The Voice, Craig Lucas sings to his male love interest in the video for ‘Hearts Exposed’

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LGBTIQ Africans have a voice with the AfroQueer Podcast

October 19, 2018

For us at The Rustin Times it is very important to celebrate various platforms using the media as a tool for advocacy for issues surrounding our community. For years, LGBTIQ Africans have had their stories distorted by the mainstream media. Sometimes it is because they don’t know better but sometimes it is usually because the… Read More LGBTIQ Africans have a voice with the AfroQueer Podcast

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Changing the Narrative

Africa’s First Sporting Event promoting the rights of LGBTI individuals, Afro Games comes to an end

Nigerian Politician, Andy Obuoforibo says he believes in LGBTQ rights

‘We Don’t Live Here Anymore’ bags 5 awards at the Best of Nollywood Awards 2018

Pamela Adie releases official statement on the lawsuit against the Corporate Affairs Commission

International LGBTQ students can apply for a Point Foundation Scholarship

Grindr releases new campaign video to promote kindness on the app with #KindrGrindr

Watch ‘The Fear of Queer’ Panel Discussion at the 2018 Ake Festival

Chiedozie: When there is no frame

Introducing a new French Podcast from Congo, Jeuniafrica

Daniel Asaya: You are the problem, not my sexuality

Watch the first episode of the new Queer series, Reality Check

South Africa’s LGBT community demands Cape Town hate pastor be jailed

South African Singer and Winner of The Voice, Craig Lucas sings to his male love interest in the video for ‘Hearts Exposed’

LGBTIQ Africans have a voice with the AfroQueer Podcast