The Hardap Suicide Prevention Task Force hosted a Suicide Prevention Concert, themed “The Hope Concert”, in Mariental on Friday evening as part of activities marking National Suicide Prevention Day.
The One Economy Foundation's 2026 #BeFree Big Talk brought together young leaders, policymakers and development partners in Windhoek to discuss practical solutions to youth unemployment, entrepreneurship, education, mental health and climate action.
The Victory Youth Group organised an awareness march to encourage young people affected by depression, alcohol abuse, thoughts of self-harm and other mental health challenges to speak out and seek help when necessary.
The police reported 486 suicide cases across the country during the 2025/2026 government financial year.
Of these, 390 were men, 83 women, nine boys and four girls.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to replace silence and stigma surrounding suicide with open conversations, understanding and support.
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 founder of the Holding Hope Mental Practice, Hileni Njaba, says limited mental health facilities, particularly those that can accommodate children, are concerning.
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.
Business women and those aspiring to get into business received coaching on business development, financial literacy and mental health through the Mothers in Business Empowerment Event.
The initiative offers women the necessary support to succeed in the business world.
Members of parliament in the National Council have called on the government to make mental health a national health priority, supported by adequate budgetary resources.
