‘Prioritise mental health as a core component of disaster preparedness, response’

THE African Mental Health Research Initiative (AMARI) has called on the government, humanitarian agencies and development partners to invest in community-based mental health services that are accessible during emergencies.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently reported that Zimbabwe faces higher rates of depression and suicide among older adults compared to other African countries.

In a statement, AMARI noted that the growing toll of climate disasters, conflict and humanitarian crises have been fuelling the mental health crisis.

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