More than 100,000 mental-health service contacts were recorded in Namibia in the 2024/2025 reporting period, while the suicide rate across the country remained above the estimated African regional average.

The Founder of the Holding Hope Mental Practice, Hileni Njaba, has raised concerns over the limited mental health facilities, particularly those that can accommodate children.

The Junior National Council MPs are calling on the government to build stronger referral and follow-up systems for when a child reaches out for help to ensure that learners receive continuous care.

Members of Parliament have urged amendments to the Mental Health Bill to address delays from Namibia's shortage of psychiatrists, proposing that other trained health workers conduct assessments.