Her striking images have appeared in fashion magazines like Vogue, but Alexandra Obochi says bringing LGBTQ+ Nigerians into focus is part of a much broader effort to ‘confront the patriarchy’ through art.
Robel Meseret Hailu made history as the first Ethiopian contestant in Mr Gay World before helping to launch the advocacy group House of Guramayle, creating a support network for LGBTQ+ people under constant attack.
As LGBTQ+ Ethiopians fight on the frontlines for their survival and fundamental human rights, the community’s advocates, activists and allies must join forces, coordinating strategic campaigns to win hearts, minds and legislative victories.
In their inaugural editor’s letter Beza Lealem explains why they launched Fatteh — the first magazine of its kind for LGBTQ+ people in Ethiopia and the global Habesha diaspora published in Amharic and English.
Our first cover story highlights the collective power and determination needed to drive the fight for dignity, freedom and equality. Future editions will spotlight the trailblazers, visionaries and talents shaping the LGBTQ+ movement within Ethiopia, the global Habesha diaspora and across Africa.
