Chantal Neza, a resident of Kimironko, welcomed her baby boy two months ago, but the joy of motherhood has come with unexpected emotional struggles.

Africa’s economic growth is hinging on creating 1 billion jobs by the end of the century. Where will it find them?

Scientists have discovered three rare frog species in Tanzania that give birth to live young - skipping the tadpole stage entirely.

Guest Column - There is a core issue in the Zambian health system that numbers alone cannot show. It is not simply a shortage of drugs or ambulances, but the need to give dignity to the many women who ...

A Times investigation found that children are routinely deprived of birth certificates, medical care and education. Diplomats ...

Vane Nyanchoka gave birth to quadruplets, naming them after the late Raila Odinga and Ida. She said she was not expecting ...

An international team of researchers have identified three new species of enchanting, pustular, tree-dwelling toads from Africa. Their solution for having offspring away from water? Skipping the ...

Lydia Polgreen speaks to the former New York Times bureau chief Howard W. French about the cost of not engaging with Africa.

Solar-integrated suitcases bring critical backup power and lighting to health clinics for women giving birth. The kits were ...

In 2023, 100 095 births were registered to teenage mothers and 2 311 to those 14 years old and younger. During the first ...