Sexual Minorities Africa

05/02/2026

Love wins over hate!

05/02/2026

𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝𝐧'𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭. 🏳️‍⚧️

Are you an LGBTQI+ activist or HRD facing danger? Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) and activists across the continent are facing unprecedented dangers for simply standing up for equality. No one should be targeted for their courage.

Through our 𝐀𝐬𝐲𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦, SEMA works alongside a global network of partner organizations to provide a pathway to safety in South Africa for those in immediate peril.

If you are an activist or HRD facing threats due to your work or identity, you are not alone. We are here to help you navigate the journey to safety.

📧 Get in touch: info@s*xualminoritiesafrica.org

SEMA is a South African non-profit human rights organization that provides expert assistance to ensuring that le***an, gay, bis*xual, transgender, q***r, and inters*x (LGBTQI+) people, their partners, and families fully realize their constitutional and human rights. We also operate in East Africa (T...

23/02/2025

23/02/2025

𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐱 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚!

In an incredible milestone for human rights, Kenya has officially recognized people born with natural variations in s*x characteristics by introducing “inters*x” as a s*x marker option on birth certificates! This is a powerful move towards greater legal recognition, bodily autonomy, and visibility for inters*x individuals.

A huge congratulations to the tireless inters*x human rights defenders in Kenya and around the world—your hard work and advocacy have made this achievement possible. This victory brings us closer to a future of equality, respect, and understanding for all.

Let’s continue to celebrate and amplify the voices of inters*x people as we work together toward more inclusive societies. 🌍🏳️‍🌈

23/02/2025

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐮𝐡𝐬𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐆𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚

We are deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic and senseless killing of Muhsin Hendricks, the world’s first openly gay imam. Muhsin’s life and work were dedicated to promoting inclusivity and tolerance within Islam, providing a safe space for LGBTQ+ Muslims, and advocating for love and acceptance.

His death is not just a personal loss; it is an attack on the values of equality, freedom, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their s*xual orientation.

We stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ Muslim community, and we strongly condemn this horrific act of violence. The investigation must be thorough, and justice must be served.

No one should ever live in fear of persecution or violence for simply being who they are. We call for an end to hate, and for unity and respect for diversity in all our communities.

Rest in peace, Muhsin Hendricks. Your legacy will continue to inspire and uplift many. 🕊️💔

+Rights

15/08/2023

09/12/2022

Our social and support groups provide a safe space away from the scene for LGBT people to come together to discuss a range of issues affecting them, including coming out and questions about s*xuality or gender.

Visit www.s*xualminoritiesafrica.org. to register

02/12/2022

To end AIDS, we first need to end the inequalities that hinder our progress. Stigma remains a major challenge in the fight against HIV.

Former President Nelson Mandela said: "Many people suffering from AIDS and not killed by the disease itself are killed by the stigma surrounding everybody who has HIV and AIDS.”

25/11/2022

SEMA offers its free friendly HIV services in Mpumalanga every Friday from 10:00 - 16:00, including collection of ARVs, PrEP & HIV self-testing kits - all free for MSM! At Barnard St, eManzana, 1190. For more info, DM or call/SMS 0719 44 7061.

www.s*xualminoritiesafrica.org