In recent years, Namibia has seen a significant rise in mental health cases.

What was once managed by a single specialist and one medical officer now requires a larger workforce to meet growing demands.

A former American teacher, Brian Stupek, has taken it upon himself to embark on a 10,880-kilometre walk across the African continent to spread awareness about sound mental health. 

Stupek's initiative Walking Africa started in Cape Town on 26 June 2024 and is expected to end in Tunisia, northern Africa.

About 520 cases of mental health-related issues were reported in the Erongo Region, including among learners.