Under the North West sun, thousands of South Africans came together to remind each other that joy heals, connection matters and that it’s okay to not be okay. Sun…
This isn’t your average Friday Five… it’s the Halloween edition! A blend of good vibes, spooky stories, brilliant music and real moments of human connection (because not everything has to…
This October, South Africa turns green to spark conversations, show compassion, and bring mental health into the light. South Africa (10 October 2025) – Here’s an important reminder for…
Michael is running across the length of Japan to raise awareness and funds for a cause close to his heart. South Africa (25 September 2025) – Eight years ago,…
Concerned by the rising levels of childhood anxiety and depression, Norleen Zulu developed an interactive programme to build mental resilience in young children by creatively integrating literacy and social-emotional learning….
The Character Company is focused on male mental health this November; which often suffers under societal pressures of masculinity. South Africa (05 November 2024) – South Africa is not…
When we share our stories, we open doors to empathy and understanding, replacing silence with strength. Jane Linley-Thomas is doing just that—creating a safe space for young men to voice…
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the experts look at mental health in the workplace; the reality is that we spend a large amount of our time at work,…
In a world that often feels overwhelming and isolating, Poetry Africa offers a beacon of light through its festival that emphasises the transformative role that creative expression can play in…
As a kaleidoscope of colours takes to the skies of Cape Town in kite form, so too will hope for mental health awareness: Cape Town, South Africa (03 October…
Where mind meets heart
“It’s humbling to start fresh. It takes a lot of courage. But it can be reinvigorating. You just have to put your ego on a shelf and tell it to be quiet.” — Jennifer Ritchie Payette
