Imithi YesintuWhat is a traditional medicine system?A traditional medicine system is a class of healthcare practices (and products) with a public and lengthy record of use. Throughout…Mar 21Mar 21
Imithi YesintuWhat is the role of traditional medicine in society?In the African continent it is estimated that about 50% of the population has access to healthcare, of which 80% relies on traditional…Mar 21Mar 21
Imithi YesintuCrocodile OilCrocodile oil is one of the most sought out reptilian oils in the South African traditional medicine market. This oil is not just used andMar 21Mar 21
Imithi YesintuImbelekoTraditionally, the birth of a child in the Zulu culture has always been viewed as a momentous occasion as it has always been believed that…Jan 4, 2023Jan 4, 2023
Imithi YesintuThe concept of an illness in African traditional medicineAs previously mentioned in articles, such as izizwe, African traditional medicine recognizes two causations for illnesses, natural and…Dec 22, 2022Dec 22, 2022
Imithi YesintuHennaHenna is one of the oldest dyes in the world. It is made from the plant, Lawsonia inermis L. The dye is used on the skin, hair…Dec 19, 2022Dec 19, 2022
Imithi YesintuA different perspective on depressionAcquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a sexually transmitted disease caused by long-term infection with the Human Immunodeficiency…Dec 18, 2022Dec 18, 2022
Imithi YesintuThe root of misfortuneWitchcraft is the use of occultic knowledge and concocted medicines to manipulate a person energetically (or spiritually). The manipulationDec 11, 2022Dec 11, 2022
Imithi YesintuUkubhula — A South African divination practice [Diviners in the East, West, & Africa]Ukubhula is the main divination method that is used by izangoma (the plural term for isangoma), South African psychic diviners.Nov 19, 2022Nov 19, 2022