Masturbation Masturbation What is masturbation? Masturbation is when a person touches their private parts for pleasure. It is something both men and women do, and it is common across all ages and cultures, including in Africa. Many people masturbate as a way to explore their bodies, relieve stress, or satisfy sexual urges when they do…
Male Reproductive System Introduction: Why should African men care about their reproductive health? The male reproductive system is important for more than just making babies. It affects your overall health, energy levels, and even your confidence. Yet, many African men do not pay attention to it until problems arise. Did you know? Understanding your reproductive…
Male Menopause What is male menopause? You may have heard of menopause in women, but did you know that men also experience something similar? It’s called male menopause, or medically, andropause. This condition happens when men, usually over 50, start experiencing a gradual decline in testosterone (the male hormone). Unlike women, whose menopause happens suddenly…
Female Reproductive System What is female reproductive system? The female reproductive system is an essential part of the body that helps in childbirth and overall health. It includes different parts that work together to help women get pregnant, give birth, and stay healthy. The major organs include the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. In…
Vaginal Infection What is vaginal infection? Vaginal infection or vulvovaginitis describes inflammation of both your vagina and vulva, the external part of your genitals. These infections can happen at any time, but they’re most common during your reproductive years, or your late teens to early 40s. You can develop a vaginal infection without having sex….
Swollen Testicles Introduction: Why should you care? Imagine waking up one morning and noticing that one or both of your testicles are swollen. You might ignore it at first, hoping it will go away, but what if the swelling continues? This is a reality for many African men, yet too many suffer in silence or…
Puberty (Physical Changes) What is puberty? Puberty is the stage of life when a child’s body begins to develop into an adult body capable of reproduction. It brings about noticeable physical changes and emotional adjustments. In Africa, this period is often met with curiosity, anxiety, and myths. Some girls start puberty as early as 9…
Pregnancy . Introduction Pregnancy is a special journey in a woman’s life, but it comes with many changes, challenges, and responsibilities. In Africa, pregnancy is often seen as a blessing, a sign of continuity and family growth. However, it is also a time when a woman’s body goes through major transformations that require proper care…
Male Circumcision What is male circumcision? Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin, the loose skin that covers the tip of the penis. It is a practice that has been carried out for centuries across different cultures and religions, especially in Africa, the Middle East, and parts of the world where it is done for…
First Period/Menarche What is menstruation? Menstruation is a natural process that signals a girl’s body is maturing and becoming capable of reproduction. It happens when the body sheds the lining of the uterus (womb) through the vagina. Each month, the body prepares for pregnancy by thickening the uterus lining. If pregnancy does not occur, the…