‘I Too Crave Death’ breaks silence on mental health

One such discussion revolves around the multi-award-winning short film “I Too, Crave Death”, which explores the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and examines themes of mental health, family dynamics, grief, and teen suicidal ideation. Oagomotsa Gabaikanngwe, founder of Woman 2two, said the film highlights the widening gap between parents and children, and the rising concern of suicide among teens and young adults in Botswana. “The film pinpoints social issues and gives ideas of how to resolve them, which is far-fetched in our culture,” she said.

The film, produced in Nigeria, depicts issues similar to those experienced in Botswana, such as cultural traits like “batho ba tla reng” and sweeping issues under the rug. Yet, as we assess the current state of discipline in many schools, we must confront an uncomfortable reality: student delinquency appears to be spiralling beyond control. Reports of bullying, classroom disruption, open defiance of teachers, and even violence amongst students are increasingly common. Teachers, once regarded as authoritative figures capable of maintaining order, now often find themselves struggling to manage classrooms effectively….