The ‘usually controversial’ list was announced at an intimate media gathering in Johannesburg earlier today, composed of personalities and individuals from various industry sectors including entertainment, lifestyle, sport and the business sector. Each nominated individual, in one way or the other, has either represented, inspired, or scandalised the LGBTIQ+ community with excellence and distinction over 12 months.
Dedicated to uplifting the names of LGBTIQ+ activists who are doing important work in communities across the country, the Feather Awards also pays homage to supportive media bodies, LGBTIQ+ student movements and selected role models who enrich and back the community.
Now in its 12th year, the awards has evolved from solely an award celebration back in 2008 to a full array of well planned and executed LGBTIQ+ advocacy activities taking place throughout the year. Done in partnership with the Thami Dish Foundation, these programmes include the LGBTIQ+ Dialogues done in communities across South Africa focusing on vulnerable LGBTIQ+ youth and inclusion for all.
The awards will take place on the 11 November 2020 at a closed ceremony in Johannesburg.
“Can you believe it? We are 12 years old this year. What a ride it’s been. From starting out as a small celebration of our community, the Feathers have transformed into a gigantic well-oiled operation. Showcasing our LGBTIQ community to the world, empowering South African youth with the LGBTIQ+ Dialogues and then, of course, the big celebration at the end with these over the top colourful awards,” comments Thami Kotlolo, co-founder of the Feather Awards. “And with a slight delay, in all festivities this year, we are turning up the love and looking to a positive future ahead in 2021.
Best Styled Individual
Anele Papu
Jimmy Nevis
Thishiwe Ziqubu
Hunk of The Year
Ryle Rene De Morny
Gorata Nzimande
Dr Fezile Mkhize
Hot Chick of The Year
Blue Mbombo
Celeste Khumalo
Siphesihle Ndaba
Sports Personality of The Year
Siya Kolisi
Bongiwe Msomi
Makazole Mampipi
Best Rainbow Parenting
Napo Masheane
Hlubi Mthimkhulu and Mduduzi Motaung
Buhlebendalo and Botshelo
Best LGBTIQ Student Movement
Up&Out Tuks
NWU LGBTI: Transformation Association
Rainbow UCT
Best LGBTIQ Initiative: Public Sector
Do Better
Do Better
Do Better
Best LGBTIQ Initiative: Private Sector
Queer Wellness Centre
Nike SA
Engage Men's Health
Diva Extraordinaire of The Year
Connie Chiume
Lindiwe Sisulu
Refiloe Modiselle
Media Award of The Year
Motswako
Yim’lo
Blood & Water
The River
Social Media Personality of The Year
Aus Velemina
Vuyokazi Nguqu
Siv Ngezi
Coconut Kelz
Cutest Couple of The Year
Nomsa and Zandile
Ricky and Tony
Sape and Vaivi
Role Model of The Year
Sade Giliberti
Sweat
Dr Dulcy Stapler Rakumakoe
Drama Queen of The Year
Covid-19 Solidarity Fund
The Gigabytes
Somizi and Dinner kwa Somizi
Socialite of The Year
Olwee
Sarah Langa
Shauwn Mkhize
Musician of The Year
Makhadzi
Master KG
Zoe Modiga
Fag Hag of The Year
Shumi Dantile
Shauwn Mkhize
Siv Ngezi
African Feather of the Year
Frank Mugisha
