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NWU’s population and health expertise is guiding South Africa to a more equitable future

The Population and Health Research Entity at the North-West University (NWU) brings together both budding and veteran researchers with a singular mission: to illuminate and…

One in every five girls across sub-Saharan Africa has experienced rape or sexual assault before turning 18 . Photo: File

“In my heart I scream”: Involve young people in decision-making about their lives

Laws on access to sexual and reproductive health services for adolescents and age of consent to sexual activity in many countries do not adequately serve the needs of young…

Funding cuts will reverse the progress made and weaken health systems.

South Africa’s teen moms are on their own

State health facilities and the school curriculum have failed the youth, forcing young mothers into unsupported single parenthood

‘We want children to imagine themselves differently and to engage in dialogue that is essential to their health and wellbeing.’

Theatre company breaks down barriers to communication

Investing in the Future Youth Development Award. Winner: Drama for Life Theatre Company Project

The clinic targets women who cannot afford screenings at private facilities

Hlokomela takes healthcare to women who need it most

Investing in the Future Health Award Winner: Hlokomela Women’s Clinic

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A grim anniversary: Hundreds of clinics close as Trump’s gag rule turns one

Governments and even anonymous do-gooders are stepping into fill the funding gap left by the US decision, but their pockets will never be deep enough.

Winnie Madikizela-Mandela was a lifelong revolutionary and dedicated member of the ANC

Did government waste R127-million on a condom no one wanted?

Activists warn new data shows government may have invested millions into the wrong female condom and may be on the verge of doing it again.

‘ … my palate became more discerning and eventually I could tell the difference between a good merlot and that swill that came out of a box

Safely embrace  ‘hoe is life’

Queer people had only the heterosexual space for early lessons in sexual identity

Advocate Owen Cook

Let us be childless by choice

Society must stay out of young women’s decision whether to have babies or not.

Sadtu declared their commitment to improving quality public education by defending the education budget

Let’s really talk about sex, baby: Improving sexuality education for children

Sexuality education forms part of the Life Orientation curriculum in South African schools to help learners navigate the challenges of growing up

Unplanned: A large number of teenagers fall pregnant and health services are being blamed. But is this the cause?

Youth avoid sexual healthcare

Health services are available but the attitudes of medical staff deter young people

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The female condom: Soft, stimulating and sexy sheaths open up a new world for couples

The government is making female condoms more accessible – and these come with extra benefits.

The staff of the Naguru Teenage Information and Health Centre in Kampala receive special training so that they can offer expert advice on contraception and sexual health issues. Will Boase

Ugandan sex clinic gets the youth talking

Young people have struggled to access nonjudgmental reproductive healthcare, but the Naguru Teenage Information and Health Centre is changing that.

Young people in Uganda can go to youth-friendly clinics for sexual health problems.

Youth-friendly sexual health clinics put Ugandans at ease

Clinics dedicated to young people are ideal but the poor nation struggles to provide at least a basic service for those who can’t access them.

[From our archives] ‘I still have sex, even with HIV’

Two young people speak out about life, and love, and the very real risk of rejection.

Female condoms are increasing in popularity as more women become aware of the choices available to them. (Noah Seelam/AFP)

Comment: Condoms – One size doesn’t fit all

It makes ‘people sense’ for the government to invest in the sexual health needs of women.

Thanks to a number of innovations over the past few years female condoms have sensualised sexual health. (AFP)

Birth control hits the spot

Female condoms have sensualised sexual health thanks to the increased tactility of new materials.

Pupils learn to talk with OneVoice

Young South Africans do not perceive themselves to be at risk of contracting HIV, which make calls for innovative education more urgent.

Social inequity behind female HIV prevalence

The disproportionate burden of HIV/Aids borne by women and girls in most developing countries requires urgent attention. At the heart of the problem is profound gender inequality…