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Nicola Plastow looks at some of the settings in which African drumming has been used to improve mental health.

Maternity leave for women in developing countries is still a massive problem, with many women in informal sectors not receiving adequate cover.

The increasingly disjointed nature of life in urban slums means there’s no network of family support for mothers who want to work.

Here are three tips to help keep your scientific presentations interesting, full of life and not sleep inducing.

Drumming therapy can help to reduce anger and tension and increase a sense of wellbeing.

Studies show that feeding programmes at schools not only reduce stunting, but also combat obesity and lead to increased enrolment in schools.

Unintended pregnancies and abortions in Nigeria could be reduced if myths are dispelled and young women have the right information.

Traditional and Western healers team up to treat patients with HIV and tuberculosis because many people consult more than one health system.

A promising new TB drug is now on the market but doctors say it's been priced out of reach.

Success hinges on a number of key factors, ranging from government buy-in to harnessing the support of traditional leaders and civil society.

The case has already contributed to improved jurisprudence on socioeconomic rights in Uganda

Leaders of Zimbabwe's Apostolic sects are warming to the idea of women giving birth at health clinics.

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has not yet revealed how the government will fund its National Insurance scheme.

With a new donor on board, Bhekisisa will be covering the continent's health issues at source – their new website launches today!

With its expansion to the rest Africa, the Bhekisisa health reporting team is growing.

Trials have found that vaginal rings containing an antiretroviral drug could more than halve women's chances of contracting HIV if used consistently.