Stigma around mental illness in Kenya is loosening, but cost, distance, and a shortage of professionals still keep millions from getting help. We look at what's changing, what's not, and why digital platforms like Convo E Therapy are becoming part of the answer.
Men are facing increasing pressure to succeed, provide, lead, and remain resilient in a rapidly changing world. Yet many continue to struggle in silence. This article explores the state of men's mental health in Africa, the barriers preventing men from seeking support, whether traditional therapy meets men's needs, and what communities, families, and organisations can do to create healthier environments where men can thrive.
Brain imaging research has identified seven distinct types of depression, and Type 7 is the one most people have never heard of. Characterised by a fog of anxiety, low mood, and scattered thinking, it is frequently mistaken for ADHD or standard depression. Convo Africa unpacks the science, the symptoms, and the path forward
A Gen Z dreamer writes to 2026 with honesty and vulnerability, reflecting on mental health, faith, and the quiet battles of a generation shaped by uncertainty. This is a plea for kindness, a hope for healing, and a belief that surviving can still become thriving.
The Purple Campaign swept across social media with a bold message: gender-based violence can no longer be ignored. What began in South Africa grew into a continent-wide stand for dignity, solidarity, and real action. Here’s why the movement mattered, and why its message still echoes.
Mental health is the foundation of recovery. As crises unfold across the world, integrating psychological support into humanitarian response is no longer optional, it’s essential. At Convo Africa, we believe healing begins when people feel seen, supported, and connected.
A landmark Ipsos study of 23,000 adults across 30 countries has confirmed what millions of people already knew: mental health is now the world's number one health concern. But awareness and action are not the same thing. We unpack the generational divide, the gender gap, and seven actions that cannot wait.
