The migration of thousands of unaccompanied minors from Eritrea has risen so rapidly over the past nine years that it’s become the subject of international concern. The popular depiction is that these young people are passive victims of family decisions. But Milena Belloni’s new research shows that this is far from the truth. Young Eritreans, seeing migration as the main route out of generational and socio-economic immobility, often make the decision to escape without their parents’ knowledge.

It’s been nearly a year since Ebola's outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and despite concerted efforts the epidemic still hasn’t been brought under control. One aspect that needs to built into interventions is the distinct role played by women. Julia Smith explains.

As countries in the southern hemisphere struggle with flu-season in their winter months, Sibongile Walaza and Cheryl Cohen break down some of the biggest myths and misconceptions about flu.