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EPA calls for stronger mental health response systems

Adekunle Owolabi by Adekunle Owolabi
October 10, 2025
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Chairperson Senele Mdluli of the Eswatini Psychology Association during one of the association’s programmes held in June 2025. Photo by EPA

Chairperson Senele Mdluli of the Eswatini Psychology Association during one of the association’s programmes held in June 2025. Photo by EPA

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Mbabane – The Eswatini Psychology Association (EPA) has called for a more inclusive and coordinated approach to mental health care as the world marked World Mental Health Day on Friday, October 10, 2025.

This year’s commemoration ran under the theme “Access to Services – Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies,” drawing attention to the need for accessible psychological support, especially during crises such as natural disasters, pandemics, and social upheavals.

EPA said the global observance served as a reminder that mental health is a human right, not a privilege, yet many EmaSwati still face barriers in accessing care. These include stigma, limited awareness, and a shortage of trained professionals, particularly in rural areas.

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The association noted that the COVID-19 pandemic, economic instability, and rapid social change have exposed the weaknesses of mental health systems and the importance of integrating psychological support into national emergency responses.

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EPA outlined several steps that Eswatini can take to close the mental health gap. These include expanding awareness and education by introducing mental health learning in schools, workplaces, and communities; strengthening community-based counselling services by training health and welfare workers in psychological first aid; and ensuring that mental health professionals form part of emergency response teams.

The association also urged government and development partners to prioritise funding, policy reforms, and infrastructure that safeguard mental health services during and after emergencies.

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“The silence around mental health continues to leave many suffering alone,” EPA stated. “We must act collectively to build a nation where every person, even in times of crisis, can access compassionate and professional care.”

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EPA called on all citizens and institutions to commit to building a society where mental well-being is protected, and every person has the opportunity to heal, even in the hardest of times.

Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi is a journalist, political analyst, and digital strategist with experience across Africa and the Middle East. He focuses on international diplomacy, promotes digital inclusion, and advocates for a borderless Africa.

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