Diary of a rural trans*sex worker
At the age of 19, soon after completing her advanced level studies, she moved to Harare the city of dreams. Her name is Ashley, and this is how her transition diary started. I didn’t […]
Tag: transphobia
Passing? Here is what Trans people say
By Tanaka Musa Transgender people face many challenges when navigating life in a society that continues to treat them unfairly. This often takes its toll on them, leaving them vulnerable to mental illnesses such as […]
Public transport: A Nightmare for Trans people
By Tanaka Musa Travelling on public transport can be quite daunting for transgenderpeople, especially those who don’t pass as cis gender and/or live in areas where transphobia is rife. Using public toilets is alsoa challenge […]
Botswana’s Matshameko: Accept Me the Way I Am
By Bofelo Sparks Thapelo Matshameko, 25, is a trans woman from Botswana. Two years ago, she was attacked at a popular night club in Gaborone. She says her life is in danger because of transphobia. […]
With anger, love and hope
Today 20th November is Trans Day of Remembrance TDOR, it is an important reminder of the violence our community faces each day owing to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice. On this day, with love, we honour and remember all the […]
This is how to love a trans*body
Let’s talk with Eva Hello readers, hope you are all in good health, in this edition I will delve on love, focusing on how we can love our own bodies as transdiverse people, but also on […]
A refugee’s transphobic encounter in Sweden
I fled Tanzania owing to continued harassment and threats, so when I was attacked recently at an African party in Sweden, the horrific memories of my days of incessant torture back home raced through my head. […]
7 tips to keep the love flame
Rushing things and getting involved too early and trying to do too much too much are some of the most common mistakes we often make when it comes to matters of the heart.Below are some […]
Zimbabwean Trans activists panic as cyber bullying escalates
The recent revelation of names, addresses, phone numbers, alleged HIV statuses and images of individuals who are reportedly gay through a Facebook group, has left many in the Zimbabwean LGBTIQ community in a panic mode. […]
“There is strength in standing for what you believe in.”
Names: May Age: 28 Country: Zimbabwe Transman, Gay QM: How is it being a transman living in Zimbabwe MT: Firstly because of my appearance and dressing I am often interrogated by authorities about my gender marker […]