Reproductive health is a crucial aspect of youth empowerment in Africa. Many young people face challenges such as limited access to healthcare, cultural stigmas, and misinformation. This category explores key issues affecting reproductive health, including sexual education, family planning, STI prevention, and gender equality. Through informative articles, expert insights, and real-life experiences, we aim to foster awareness, promote safe practices, and empower African youth to make informed decisions. Join us in breaking barriers, advocating for better healthcare access, and building a future where every young African can thrive in health and wellbeing.
When Maya was 19, she found a TikTok claiming that cutting out dairy would “cure” her PCOS. Desperate for answers, she overhauled her diet, but only to feel worse, confused, and more alone. Like Maya, countless young women are bombarded with influencer advice that feels more like guesswork than guidance. The truth is that PCOS, […]
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Last month, 20 year old Leila downloaded a sleek looking period tracker to help stay on top of her irregular cycles. Within days, she started seeing oddly specific ads for fertility clinics and baby products, on every app she opened. That’s when she asked, Is my FemTech app spying on me? New research by shows
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Fertility Trend in Nigeria: A Nation in Transition Nigeria is standing at the crossroads of a quiet, yet profound reproductive transformation. Once defined by large families and sky high birth rates, the nation’s fertility trend is steadily shifting. The average Nigerian woman now has 4.8 children, down from 6.6 in the 1960s. This amounts to
Sexual health is a fundamental right, yet for many young people living in poverty, accessing the care they need is an uphill battle. Social stigma, inadequate resources, and a lack of confidential, youth-friendly services create barriers that make it difficult to seek support. Without proper sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, these youth face greater
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Endometriosis is a chronic condition affecting about 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside it, causing pain and inflammation. While often associated with adult women, its impact on young women and teenagers is increasingly recognized. We reviews the lifestyle challenges faced by
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Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are the most common benign tumors of the uterus, particularly among African women. Studies indicate that African women are disproportionately affected, with up to 80% developing fibroids by the age of 50. Despite being benign, these tumors can lead to severe symptoms painful menstruation (Dysmenorrhoea) and heavry menstrual bleeding
Imagine living in a world where your gender determines your safety, opportunities, and rights. For millions of women in Africa, this is a harsh reality. Over 45% of African women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime, and many are denied education, financial independence, and basic human rights. The problem appears to be a system that
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Who would not like to wake up at 80, full of energy, with a sharp mind and a body that can keep up with your dreams? It may sound like fantasy but longevity to a good extent is based on the daily habits one acquires while we are young. Science collaborates the fact that the
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Adolescent reproductive health remains a critical yet often overlooked issue in Africa. With over 60% of the continent’s population under the age of 25, addressing the unique health needs of adolescents is essential for sustainable development. However, traditional healthcare systems often struggle to meet these needs due to stigma, lack of access, and limited resources.
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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer, but sadly it remains a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in Africa. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), sub-Saharan Africa accounts for nearly 70% of global cervical cancer cases, with limited access to prevention and treatment services exacerbating the
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