Members of parliament (MPs) in the National Council have called on the government for improved infrastructure around mental health institutions and fully qualified psychologists.

The Capricorn Foundation has donated 75 mattresses worth N$200,000 to the Mental Health Unit at Windhoek Central Hospital in an effort to improve patient care and recovery.

Gambling is light entertainment for some, but for 48-year-old City resident Jason Kauhondamwa, a three-decade addiction has left him so broken he is now pleading to be legally banned from entering any casino.

Southern Africa emerged as a suicide epicentre, dominating the list of African countries with the highest suicide rates, as World Health Organisation data unearthed a regional crisis.

IPC MP Lilian Lutuhezi questioned the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare (MGECW) on whether systems are in place to support the mental health of social workers, given their daily exposure to trauma experienced by other individuals.

Situated in the Omuthiya Primary Health Care Clinic, the Youth Clinic provides a safe and supportive space for adolescents between the ages of 10 and 24 as well as medical and psychological services.

To conclude Men's Mental Health Month, the Namibian Police in the Omaheke Region hosted a conference at Gobabis held under the theme "Strong men, healthy minds: Building resilience, wellness, and purpose".

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), in partnership with Namibia Medical Care (NMC), held a wellness day aimed at promoting employees' physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and reinforcing corporate commitment to a healthy and productive workforce.

A Nairobi beauty salon is giving cancer patients a moment of confidence, comfort and hope as it offers free wigs and makeovers to those coping with chemotherapy-related hair loss.

Salon owner Diana Akech and her team fit wigs, style hair and apply makeup for cancer survivors.

The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations (MoJLR) commemorated World Day for Safety and Health at Work this week, highlighting the importance of mental wellbeing, workplace safety and stronger support systems for employees.