Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has launched the Women In Healthcare Caucus in Nairobi, Kenya, urging female health workers to pursue government-funded training opportunities. She highlighted the availability of scholarships designed to support the professional development of women in the healthcare sector.

In Kayunga District, teenage pregnancies have become a significant concern, with nearly one in five deliveries at Bbaale Health Centre IV involving girls under 18. Health officials reported that in the past six months, 107 out of 570 mothers who delivered at the facility were below this age. The issue has been exacerbated by allegations of relatives coercing young girls into sexual relationships, which was highlighted during an International Women’s Day event at the health centre.

The Minwa Jayne Foundation is making a significant impact in Kenya by supporting girls, mothers, and families in need. In a small village in western Kenya, schoolgirls gathered under a tree, engaging in laughter and conversation about their studies, reflecting the positive changes brought about by the foundation's efforts to restore hope in their community.

A recent study published by Sowetan indicates that the discontinuation of child support grants is linked to an increase in depressive symptoms among adolescents. The findings suggest that financial support plays a crucial role in the mental health of young individuals.

During the Adolescent Health Conference in Dar es Salaam, Dr. Seif Shekalaghe, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, urged stakeholders to intensify efforts to combat teen pregnancy, reduce HIV transmission among adolescents, and promote school retention for young people. The conference aims to enhance youth health initiatives across Africa.

As South Africa observes National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in September, a commentary from IOL argues that the conversation around mental health should move beyond personal resilience. According to the piece, structural barriers within society are preventing meaningful mental health support for South Africans, and addressing these systemic issues is presented as essential to improving the country's mental health outcomes.