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Can Teaching Change the STEM Gender Gap in African Universities?

Across Africa, more young women are enrolling in universities than ever before. Yet when it comes to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), a stubborn

Unsung Heroes of Kakuma and Dadaab: The Refugee Teachers Transforming Education

A Silent Revolution in Refugee Education In the refugee camps of Kakuma and Dadaab, where the struggle for stability overshadows daily life, classrooms offer a

Unleashing the Power of Youth through Education, Entrepreneurship, and Empowerment

Young Africans face many challenges, including limited educational and employment opportunities, health disparities, and barriers to civic participation. Despite these, young people have immense potential

Weight of the World: Cities, Youth, Climate Change

As bustling centers of human activity, cities are increasingly affected by climate change, facing challenges such as flooding and extreme heat. These issues threaten infrastructure,

Why Does Kenya Need Food Environment Policies?

Kenya is facing an increasing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) due to unhealthy food choices. In Kenya, about four out of ten people die from

The Research and Related Capacity Strengthening (RRCS) Division

The Research and Related Capacity Strengthening (RRCS) Division is nested within the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), a premier research- to-policy institution. With

The unexpected benefits of an evaluation study in rural Kenya: the birth certification process

Civil registration and vital statistics are key for a country’s planning and the distribution of resources and services. Birth certificates are essential to access government

The Implementation Network for Sharing Population Information from Research Entities (INSPIRE) Holds its AGM in Nairobi from June 10-14, 2024

Nairobi, June 10, 2024: The Implementation Network for Sharing Population Information from Research Entities (INSPIRE) will convene for its Annual General Meeting (AGM) with representatives

Voice of Resilience: Youth Mental Health Interventions in Sierra Leone

Kadiatu Bankolay has always been passionate about improving the livelihoods of communities, particularly for those affected by mental health issues in Sierra Leone. Over the

Why Gender Matters in Kenyan Health Policy #BeyondSex

By Christine Ger Ochola with contributions from Ann Waithaka.   Imagine a future where healthcare is not a one-size-fits-all system. A future where policies acknowledge

Towards effective ways of teaching adolescents with disabilities about sexuality

By Amani Karisa   The sexuality of persons with disabilities is considered taboo in many communities. Society often wrongly views them as asexual or childlike,

Weathering The Storms – A Tale of Trauma and Triumph

Picture this: You’ve recently completed your Ph.D.; you’re eagerly expecting a set of twins for whom you have waited for a long time. Just when