The transition to parenthood is a major event in the lifespan of any individual, but takes on
special significance when it precedes the transition to education, work, citizenship and …

Single motherhood in sub-Saharan Africa has received surprisingly little attention, although
it is widespread and has critical implications for children's well-being. Using survival …

South Africa's total fertility rate is estimated to be one of the lowest in sub‐Saharan Africa,
fewer than three births per woman nationally and declining. At the same time, adolescent …

Background Sexual activity may be less likely to occur during periods of school enrolment
because of the structured and supervised environment provided, the education obtained …

Highly prevalent circular migration: Households, mobility and economic status in rural South
Africa Mark Collinson Stephen Tol Page 1 Highly prevalent circular migration: Households …

This study examines transitions in schooling, sexual activity, and pregnancy among
adolescents and young adults in urban South Africa. Data are analyzed from the Cape Area …

Background Although teenage pregnancies in South Africa have declined, the short and
longer term health and social consequences are a potential public health concern. This …

A girl's first sexual intercourse is often unplanned and may put her at risk of STDs and HIV
infection as well as unwanted pregnancy. The high prevalence of HIV among 15–24 year …

Background Adolescent reproductive health has not continued to receive the attention it
deserves since the start of the HIV epidemic. In South Africa, high numbers of adolescent …

Inadequate data and apartheid policies have meant that, until recently, most demographers
have not had the opportunity to investigate the level of, and trend in, the fertility of South …