Well over three million people in SA develop depression every year, researchers estimate
Around 3.8 million people in South Africa developed depression in 2024, estimate leading local researchers in a major new modelling study.
Can CHWs help expand access to mental health services in SA?
Over 30% of those living in South Africa have experienced a depressive, anxiety, or substance use disorder in their lifetime, according to a national survey. Yet studies show only 15% of those with mental health conditions receive treatment. Laura Owings explores what role community healthcare workers can play in addressing this lack of access to care.
Behind the scenes at Kimberley’s shiny, new, half-empty mental health hospital
Seven kilometres from Kimberley’s famous Big Hole, sits another of the mining city’s record-breaking landmarks: South Africa’s most expensive mental health hospital.
EC mental health unit needs facelift, says PSC
In a report released today, the Public Service Commission has described seclusion rooms at an Eastern Cape mental health unit as akin to “apartheid secluded prison cells”.
Eastern Cape announces R236m injection for mental health
The Eastern Cape Department of Health has announced that over R236 million has been allocated towards improving mental health facilities across the province for the next 3 years.
Right of reply | Strengthening public mental health services in South Africa
Yogan Pillay of the Department of Health responds to recent articles in Spotlight and Business day relating to mental health services in South Africa.
