Let’s Talk Afrika.
“It is clear that we must find an African solution to our problems, and that this can only be found in African Unity. Divided we are weak; united, Africa could become one of the greatest sources for good in the world.” – Kwame Nkrumah
Category: mental health
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The Weight Of Being The One Who Made It
You ever notice how, as Africans, we treat “making it” like some sacred rite of passage we spend that 99.9% of life is preparing you for? From the moment your uncle asks “So when are you coming back with a PhD AND a condo in Dubai?”, we are baptized in expectations that aren’t even ours…
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The Gospel According To Missing Funds
If Africa were a group chat, faith would be the loudest voice note. That’s not even a debate because listen. We are a continent that will pray before the meeting, pray during the meeting and then pray about why the meeting didn’t work. Meanwhile, the budget has vanished like your crush after you finally confessed.…
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Things Africans Don’t Say But We All Know
Africans have mastered the art of silence. Not the quiet of meditation or reflection. It’s the silence of unspoken truths everyone understands. There are things we rarely say out loud but they shape how we live, work, love and survive. And if you grew up anywhere on the continent, you know exactly what I mean.…
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Faith And Ambition: Can You Chase Your Dreams Without Losing Your Morals
Sometimes I wonder how the youth in western countries survive. This is not to talk about basic needs, their government already work on that for them. Imagine you’re scrolling through a feed where someone from your class group just bought a Tesla and another launched a “luxury” peanut butter brand. The caption: “Manifested it. Grind…
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Post Slavery: Psychological Effects For The Black Man
You know, sometimes I lie awake imagining what it must feel like to carry centuries in your bones. To wake up in the morning, drag your feet to the mirror and see a face that holds echoes of trauma, pride, resilience, and questions. What does it mean, post slavery, to be black in Africa and…
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Unpacking the Mental Backpack which is High School, Shame & Healing in Africa
You ever notice how in African high schools, everyone is carrying two backpacks? One isfilled with books, leaking pens, maybe a snack for break time. The other way heavier isstuffed with unspoken emotions, shame, and the kind of “don’t tell anyone or they’ll laugh”secrets.Yes, we don’t talk about that second backpack enough.See, mental health struggles…
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Tackling the Roots: Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month
When we speak of mental health today, we often reference statistics—numbers that represent those who have found the courage to speak up about struggles like depression, anxiety, and emotional trauma. However, the majority of the men in our society are unable to speak up, no one ever knows, and after suffering endless mental battles, somehow…
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Sexual Assault Awareness
The case of Cwecwe, a seven-year-old girl from South Africa, has ignited nationwide protests and public outrage. The incident, initially reported to the police on October 16, 2024, involved allegations of sexual abuse. Despite a medical examination and a social worker’s assessment, prosecutors declined to pursue the case a month later, citing insufficient evidence. This…
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Do No Harm; Suffer in Silence? The Deadly Paradox of Healthcare Workplaces in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Just months ago, Kenya’s medical community was shaken by the tragic loss of a brilliant young resident – a woman who took her own life after being crushed under the unbearable weight of her workplace demands. While the public expressed shock, those in the medical field recognized this grim milestone for what it was: not…
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Adolescent Mental Health Crisis in Africa: Igniting the Conversation
In light of Mental Health and Self-Harm Awareness Month, it is crucial to spark conversations that challenge the silence surrounding adolescent mental well-being. Adolescents across Africa are facing a growing mental health crisis, with suicide ideation rates among the highest in the world. A recent Practice Brief from the Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative (REPSSI) paints…