Let's start at the beginning...

Last Thursday, 30 November 2006, was an historic day for South African gays and lesbians. The Civil Union Bill was signed into law by Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, meaning that ho-ho-ho-mosexuals can now, legally, tie the knot. 'Tis indeed the season to be merry!

Jokes aside, this is really amazing. We're among a handful of countries in the world to have passed such legislation. But gays (and I use this term to include lesbians) will know that the law may be signed but the reality is that there is still much discrimination and hatred out there.

We are a long way off from living in a tolerant society. Pockets of tolerance exist, but it is still dangerous in South Africa to proclaim you are a woman-loving-woman or a man-loving-man.
This blog is not about politics though. It is about history, or her-story! It is the culmination of a long-standing dream to capture a slice of the South African gay culture and identity and I hope you will take part.