Category Archives: Black Lesbians

2015 June 15: Being given the opportunity to study photography

Posted on June 16, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

My name is Mamello Motaung, I started my career in photography at the Market Photo Workshop (MPW), on the 4th of March 2015. Zanele Muholi introduced me to MPW.  The first week of my schooling was hectic. I didn’t know … Continue reading →

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2015 April 26: Proud African Lesbians Weds

Posted on May 2, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

Text by Lerato Dumse Photos by Lindeka Qampi The beauty of African culture, dance, colours and clothing was in full display when Javas and Mashadi Ndlovu hosted their traditional wedding on April 25. The newly weds shared their special day … Continue reading →

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LGBTQIA History Month: Our Heroes- Zanele Muholi

Posted on March 2, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

Visual Activism is an alternative approach to convey black lgbti history in SA and beyond.

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2014 Dec. 28: Javas & Mashadi’s pre wedding lunch

Posted on January 9, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

Where:  Mike’s Kitchen in Alberton With who:  Inkanyiso crew & Friends Camera used:  Canon 600D     Sisters with style… lead by Zandile Makhubu in front with blue top… Our lovely couple, Javas & Mashadi Ndlovu to get married in … Continue reading →

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2014 Nov. 25: Faces and phases-embodying the freedom of being

Posted on December 6, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

Book Review by Glenda Tambu Muzenda Faces and Phases (2006 – 2014) showcases resistance and courage from all corners of the country. From South Africa trailing into Canada, United Kingdom and the Netherlands, the threat of erasing sexualities of black … Continue reading →

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2014 Oct. 13: Mother of the recently murdered lesbian demands justice

Posted on October 14, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

Text by Lerato Dumse Photos by Zanele Muholi  A suspect is due to appear in the Tsakane Magistrate Court today (October 14), in connection with the fatal stabbing of Phumzile Nkosi (27) on October 2, 2014.   Pastor Dlamini led … Continue reading →

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2014 Aug. 9: Celebrating Women

Posted on September 15, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

By Lerato Malibe-Ntlatlane As we know that August is women’s month. We celebrate who we are as women; we celebrate the battles we have won. We celebrate the strength that God has given us, despite the pains. We celebrate women … Continue reading →

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2014 Sept. 6: Vaal Pride Photos

Posted on September 10, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

© Collen Mfazwe06/09/2014                                            Latest News: From Vaal LGBT group on Facebook Saturday marked a day we took our flags and … Continue reading →

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2014 Aug. 23: Relatives and friends shed tears at Gift’s funeral and some fainted

Posted on August 26, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

Text by Lerato Dumse Photos by Lindeka Qampi When the casket carrying the body of Disebo Gift Makau (23), was lowered six feet underground at a Ventersdorp cemetery, in the North West, on August 23.     Family and friends … Continue reading →

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2014 Aug. 22: Photos from Disebo Gift Makau’s Memorial Service

Posted on August 26, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

by Lindeka Qampi & Zanele Muholi Where: Stadium Hall, Ext. 2. VentersdorpCamera used:  Canon 6D with different lenses                                             … Continue reading →

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