A group of African health researchers and institutions are now pushing for the continent’s medical research to be more focused on the continent’s own medical problems. The African Population ...

The CSIS Africa Program has a long record of research on health issues in Africa. It is currently engaged in an in-depth study of U.S. relationships with three key Africa partners on health: Ethiopia, ...

We aim to promote high-quality research that advances our understanding of health issues in Africa, and advocates for better healthcare on the continent in line with the UN’s SDGs.

Youth mental health in South Africa is at a crisis point, with suicide becoming a leading cause of death among young people.

With men accounting for nearly 80% of recorded suicides, what can be done to foster open conversations about mental health?

In West Africa, mental health problems are often viewed as spiritual or cultural diseases rather than as physical ailments. Mental health is a legendary story in many African settings.

In recent days, two musicians from opposite sides of the world, Tanzania’s Zee Cuty and Canadian pop star Justin Bieber, have ...

According to the United States Mission to the African Union, the US alone has invested more than $100 billion in African health over the last 20 years. Despite the billions that international donors ...

The head of the World Health Organization says he will convene an expert group to determine if the increasing spread of the mpox virus in Africa warrants being declared a global emergency.

As winter progresses, prioritising your child’s gut health can lay a foundation for a season characterised by overall wellness. Remember, gut health is not merely about digestion; it’s crucial for ...

The head of the World Health Organization says he will convene an expert group to determine if the increasing spread of the mpox virus in Africa warrants being declared a global emergency.