For many in Govanhill’s diverse community, food plays an important cultural role and provides a connection to home. Community reporter Grace Nthara explores the difficulties in finding some multicultural food and the initiatives working to improve access.

The Southside has no shortage of musical talent, from wavy pop tunes to headbangers. Writer Andrew Stark checked them out at Scotland’s annual Kelburn Garden Party and shared how their sounds are shaping the stage and getting the festival’s crowd on their feet.

Sport was always important to Shaimaa Alrashwanii’s family in Syria, but years of conflict made it difficult to keep taking part. She writes about how moving to Glasgow helped the family rediscover sport and find a community.

They might be thousands of miles apart, but Lahore, Pakistan, and Glasgow’s Southside share a love of kite-flying. Community reporter Farhana Ahmed explores the similarities between Pakistan’s Basant festival and Glasgow’s Pollok Kite Fest.

Rugby sevens and cricket didn’t feature at Glasgow 2026. Their absence removed two sports whose histories are deeply intertwined with the British Empire.

When Glasgow agreed to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, it raised important conversations about the historical and ongoing legacies of colonialism. As the city says goodbye to the Games, those questions remain.

Saturday saw the tenth annual Govanhill International Parade & Carnival. Over 1000 people took part in Govanhill Parade this year with many more attending the festival in Govanhill Park after. Photographer Rob Reid captured the day on film.

As Govanhill International Festival and Carnival marks its tenth anniversary, Govanhill Baths arts & heritage manager Simone Stewart reflects on the festival's roots in anti-racist organising, the challenges of staying true to its purpose, and why long-term cultural infrastructure matters more than ever.

As Govanhill prepares to celebrate 10 years of our International Festival & Carnival organised by Govanhill Baths, we’re taking a dive into the full programme ahead of launch parade this Saturday… including our pop-up photo booth!

For many people, using the toilet is something they rarely have to think about. However, for thousands of disabled people across the UK, accessing suitable toilet facilities can be one of the biggest barriers to travelling, socialising and living independently.

Sadia Sikandar’s latest photography project, Stories of Food and Belonging, earned international recognition at the World Food Photography Awards. In this interview, writer Margot Leys speaks with the artist about her work, the challenges she has faced as a hijabi, and how food can be a powerful force for connection in a time of growing division.

Turner Prize-winning artist, Jasleen Kaur, reveals artwork, Superstructure, for the Commonwealth Festival. Writer Emma Bainbridge speaks to the Pollokshields born artist about the work and how it explores trade, industry, and empire on the Clyde.

Glasgow Radical Tours and Invisible Tours’ latest walks take visitors on a meander through the city’s streets – highlighting its colonial past, sporting legacy and culture as the Commonwealth Festival approaches. From Glasgow’s Green historical link to sports to the corner of Nelson Mandela Street – a nod to Glasgow’s anti-apartheid movement.

A collection of poems created in our Scots Language Writig Group over the course of 10 weeks, and some from scriever’s published elsewhere. From dragging yourself out the door, to battling languages, good auld Irn Bru, and the feeling of tenseness – these poems reflected each participants response to Scots and Scots language.

Govanhill has a voice like nowhere else – bold, diverse, and unapologetically authentic. For six years, we’ve worked to make sure that voice is heard on its own terms, but keeping an independent magazine afloat is a team effort. Here is why we do what we do, and how a small hand from our readers can help us stay sustainable for the long haul.

Folk music was never meant to be a specialised or expensive pursuit. It belongs to the weavers, the miners, and the people. Rebecca Morris traces her journey through the songs of Matt McGinn and Robert Burns, highlighting that singing together is a radical act of cultural preservation and community strength.

When the weather turns grey, Govanhill turns up the colour. From bold beanies to coordinated canine accessories, we chat with the residents turning Victoria Road into a parade of personality. A celebration of dressing for joy, even when you're sprinting to get out of the rain.

Campaigners have vowed to fight plans to close Queen's Park Glasshouse, arguing the historic building is a vital community resource used by families, students and visitors from across the Southside.

In an increasingly divided world, it can be tempting to retreat into familiar spaces and simple explanations. Dr Tunde Dipo-Lawuyi argues that embracing discomfort, challenging our assumptions and engaging with people different from ourselves can help build stronger, more compassionate communities.

From the language of Kings and Parliament, to a century of being silenced in the classroom, Scots has a story of remarkable resilience. We speak to leading experts from the Universities of Aberdeen and Glasgow to explore the unique evolution of the Scots language.