Good Health

Our reports on Africa’s state of health highlight progress and challenges in promoting health and well-being for all, including efforts to combat diseases, improve maternal and child health, and strengthen health systems.

Good Health

Community members bonding through a group fitness dance class. Illustration by Tomi Abe.

How Your Gym Fitness Classes Could Heal Community Mental Health

When you step into a fitness class, you’re not just moving your body—you’re building bonds and lifting collective spirits.
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
6 min read
Themba looks at his reflection in the mirror, showing a determined and hopeful expression. Illusration by Tomi Abe

Tomorrow’s Reflection

How can today’s small steps toward mental health awareness shape a tomorrow where no one faces their struggles alone?
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
6 min read
A healthcare worker engaging in a consultation with a mother in a rural clinic. Illustration by Tomi Abe

What If Every Country Invested in Mothers Like Botswana Did?

Countries worldwide could transform their future by prioritizing maternal health, just as Botswana did, creating lasting economic and social progress.
Avatar photo Naomi Ayibaemi Frank-Opigo
6 min read
Thandi finds safe support and community resilience, showcased by the warmth of the community center. Illustration by Tomi Abe.

When Help Has No Price

When help came without a price, Thandi’s world changed—from enduring hidden harm to finding real support and safety for others.
Avatar photo Layo Tokun
2 min read

The Silent Echoes

How can shared stories and open conversations help heal unseen wounds and bring hope to those suffering in silence?
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
4 min read

The Birth of UNAMID and the Quest for Regional Stability

The establishment of UNAMID marked a pivotal moment in international efforts to address conflict and restore stability in Darfur.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read

Why Capricorn Group Thinks Social Impact is Good Business

Capricorn Group believes investing in education and local communities isn’t just charity—it’s a smart strategy for lasting change.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
5 min read
The Complexity of Healthy Eating: What You Need to Know

The Complexity of Healthy Eating: What You Need to Know

As dietary habits shift globally, understanding the impact of cultural traditions and modern influences is essential for making healthier choices.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
10 min read

What Your Lunch Break Says About Your Wellbeing

If taking a lunch break could boost your mood, reduce stress, and improve productivity, wouldn’t it be worth prioritizing?
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
9 min read

How Prayer Nwagboso is Nurturing Hope Through Education in Nigeria

Education is the key to unlocking potential, and through her efforts, Prayer Nwagboso opens doors for Nigeria’s most vulnerable children.
The Publishers
11 min read

Why Egypt’s Growth Isn’t Helping Those Who Need It

Despite Egypt's booming economy, deep-rooted inequality and poor social safety nets leave the most vulnerable struggling in poverty.
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
8 min read

Namibia’s Radical Experiment: Building a Nation on Gender Parity

Namibia's focus on gender parity has transformed its society, making it a global leader with substantial progress in equality and empowerment.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
10 min read

How Hannah Max-Macarthy is Redefining Energy Solutions in Sierra Leone

Driven by personal loss and a passion for change, Hannah Max-Macarthy transforms energy solutions in Sierra Leone through sustainable, life-saving cookstoves.
The Publishers
8 min read
Policy Makers in Action

Africa’s Sustainable Development Hinges on Data: Here’s Why

Data stands as the cornerstone of Africa's path toward sustainable development, crucial for informed decision-making and effective policy implementation across all...
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
7 min read

How will Africa Shape the Paris 2024 Olympics?

The Paris 2024 Olympics will spotlight Africa's rising influence in global sports, with an unprecedented number of African athletes and cultural...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
8 min read