A powerful new documentary currently touring independent cinemas brings together Beldina Odenyo’s music, words and memories to tell the story of the formerly Govanhill-based musician known as Heir of the Cursed.

25 years since the occupation of Govanhill Baths, Melissa Sigodo, asks what that act of community resistance meant, how it shaped the lives of those involved, why the reopening of Govanhill Baths has been delayed and what people can expect when it reopens.

When writer Syeda Sadaf Zaidi first spotted a teenager sitting alone in a field, she wondered why he wasn’t at school. A conversation with the boy and his family told a wider story of different learning styles, unmet potential, and unequal access to sport.

As a parent-volunteer involved in youth cricket, community reporter S.A. Jaffery regularly sees how much enthusiasm there is for the sport in Glasgow, but also how a lack of support could endanger it. He explores both the benefits of – and the barriers facing – one of the Southside’s most popular sports.

Nsima, a type of cornmeal, is Malawi’s staple food and mkhwani – an easy vegetable dish – is a popular accompaniment. Community reporter Grace Nthara shares her recipe for preparing these dishes in the traditional Malawian way.

Live music, DJs, dance, performance and sound installations will take over streets, parks and our own Community Newsroom today [Sunday 16 August] for the Govanhill Street Music Festival. Here’s where to find it all.

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.

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.

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.

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.

As urban spaces like Mount Florida Bowling Club are bought to build private rentals, communities lose access to green spaces. Community Right to Buy is one way communities can reimagine belonging in urban spaces through community ownership. But one writer's research highlights deeper concerns of how the land reform movement leaves some communities feeling they don’t even have the right to be in public spaces.

“No one is illegal, we are all equal” is the message of Makongo’s debut album ‘Passport’. In this article Makongo vocalist Ngana talks about the sounds, themes and inspiration behind their new album, and shares details for their upcoming gig at The Glad.

Govanhill’s community council may not draw crowds, but it’s where real local change begins. From tackling fly-tipping to holding the city accountable, these monthly meetings give residents a voice. Here’s everything you need to know about your community council.

Right wing media outlet GB News paid a visit to Govanhill recently to find out what ‘the locals’ think about the Palestine-Saltire flags on Vicky Road. But they only managed to speak to three people – who unsurprisingly were not happy. So we asked the same question…results may vary.

A new community survey reveals that the majority of LGBTQ+ players in the Southside feel unsafe in mainstream football environments. But for those who’ve found queer football spaces, the game has become a source of joy, safety and belonging.

“It will always be a big part of why I feel so at home in Scotland…” In this instalment of My Life Before Govanhill, Marzanna Antoniak sits down with Noemi Raith to find out about her journey from her hometown Basel in Switzerland to Glasgow, and why she settled in Govanhill.

The sun shone as music, movement and solidarity spilled across the street of Govanhill on 10 August for the return of the Govanhill Street Music Festival. Our photographers were out capturing the colourful performances.

A moving open rehearsal at Glasgow’s Tramway offered audiences a glimpse into Ruh Al Ruh, a play by Gazan writer Rafat Al Aydi. Performed by local actors and directed by Finn den Hertog, the work explores love, survival, and artistic identity under siege – ahead of its Edinburgh debut as part of Welcome To The Fringe, Palestine.