A host of local drag queens are paying tribute to South Africa’s fortitude during the coronavirus pandemic while sending a message of hope and unity.
02.04.2020 - 09:13 / peoplemagazine.co.za
Globally, lockdowns are causing an increase in domestic violence and abuse, and South African women are facing the same reality. In Hubei province, domestic violence reports to police have more than tripled.
Tunisia has reported a five-fold increase in violence against women. In Northern Ireland, there’s been a 20% increase of domestic abuse reports and in Paris, there been an increase of 32%.
A host of local drag queens are paying tribute to South Africa’s fortitude during the coronavirus pandemic while sending a message of hope and unity.
Like us, our local celebrities have been trying to adjust to the lockdown period as South Africa continues it’s battle against the Covid-19 coronavirus. Now, in a recent interview, Dineo Ranaka has opened up about her lockdown schedule and how she and her family are dealing with the crisis.
From a queer perspective, how are you coping with being in quarantine or lockdown? What are you struggling with? What or who helps you cope? How are you keeping busy? Where are you spending lockdown and who are you with?
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© Provided by Evening Standard Matt Damon is self-isolating in the small Irish town of Dalkey after being stranded in the country due to the coronavirus lockdown.
Singer/actress Letoya Makhene just released a brand new song about hope titled Ngihawukele. The track is a follow up to her 2019 single Qinisela.
Over the last three weeks, South Africans have been ordered to stay home unless they need to leave their houses for essential goods or services and last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a two-week extension as the country continues to battle the Covid-19 coronavirus. However, while necessary, the lockdown has been difficult for so many people – including Kelly Khumalo.