queering freedom

Chriton Atuhwera was an activist, a poet, and a beacon of hope for many. He was deeply involved in strategizing and advocating for the rights of LGBTQ+ refugees, often risking his life to ensure that his community was seen and heard.

Simon Tseko Nkoli (1957-1998) was born in Soweto in a SeSotho-speaking family. He grew up on a farm in the Free State and his family later moved to Sebokeng.