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The silent struggle of postpartum depression among young mothers

The first cry of a newborn is often expected to bring overwhelming joy, excitement and hope. But for some mothers, that joyful moment is quickly overshadowed by feelings of sadness, exhaustion and emotional distress that they never expected. Postpartum depression (PPD) is depression that happens…

The silent struggle of postpartum depression among young mothers
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Let love lead: Zambia’s digital conscience after the ballot

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When Words Become Weapons

The Book of James offers an old warning for a modern crisis: the tongue is small, but it can set a forest ablaze. After a contested election, Zambia is discovering just how quickly loose words can outrun public patience. Abigail Kabandula, a scholar who has…

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