Mental Health Awareness

All my life, my dad has never told me he loves me. And I never actually sat down to think that was strange, or that he did not love me. Not hearing those words is normal in the environment I grew up in. And for many African children, it is almost certainly the same, those

For someone struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional distress, asking for help can be difficult enough. For some Muslims, there is an additional question that quietly sits in the background: Is therapy haram? Across African Muslim communities, mental health is still widely misunderstood. While prayer and trust in God (Allah) remain central to daily

The Nigeria Mental Health Act is one of the most important and long-overdue pieces of legislation in recent Nigerian history. Imagine a child survives a suicide attempt after being kidnapped in Kogi State. Instead of receiving therapy and compassion, she is met with stigma, her wounds left unhealed, and her suffering treated like a crime.

Do you really know the state of men’s mental health in Africa? As you know, Africa is made up of 54 countries, each with its own languages, traditions, and ways of life. But when it comes to how men experience and deal with mental health, there is a thread that connects them all. So whether

Teen suicide in Africa is rising, and it is rising faster than most people realise or are willing to admit. While suicide among young people is a growing global concern, Africa faces a unique challenge. The continent is dealing with rising numbers while simultaneously lacking the systems and resources needed to address them, making this

Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed every May since 1949. Although it was first launched in the United States, the conversation has since grown well beyond US borders. Today, many countries around the world, including countries across Africa, mark the month with campaigns, community events, and open conversations about mental health. If you landed

Are you looking for mental health NGOs in Nigeria? Then this post is for you. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, looking for organisations you can volunteer with, or simply wanting to know more about the mental health landscape in Nigeria, I have put together a comprehensive list to help you. There are more