Herpes is a viral infection caused by two types of viruses; Herpes simplex virus type 1 and Herpes simplex virus type 2. It is a major health concern and an opportunistic infection especially among immuno-compromised individuals (majorly people living with HIV/AIDs). It is has a common phenomenon of recurrence and is a cause of embarrassment given its symptomatic sores that manifest on the skin but these African herbal remedies are proven to clear the virus with minimal to NO side effects.