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.
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.
On 30 May 2026, more than 800 residents, students, church leaders and the local administration walked 15km through Ngaru Location, Kerugoya, for Convo Africa's Healing is Possible Community Walk, a grassroots stand against substance use, marked with tree planting and a clear message: mental health is a community development issue.
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
Anxiety has risen by 158%. Depression by 131%. Across 204 countries and territories, every single mental disorder tracked by researchers showed an increase since 1990. These are not distant statistics — they live in our communities, our families, and our silences. At Convo Africa, we believe the first step toward healing is the conversation we're too afraid to start.
On 2nd May 2026, over 150 community leaders gathered in Ngaru, Kerugoya for the opening event of the Healing is Possible (HiP) 2026 campaign, a dedicated Community Leadership Training that equipped grassroots leaders with mental health literacy, a compassionate framework for substance use, and the tools to sustain themselves in their roles. The turnout was a statement in itself: when the right space is created, communities lean in.
oung people in Africa are facing rising depression, anxiety, unemployment pressure, and trauma, yet few receive care. Discover why therapy is essential and how online therapy in Kenya through Convo Africa is closing the mental health gap.
More Kenyans are turning to online therapy because it’s easier to access, more private, and fits into busy daily schedules. eTherapy in Kenya is opening doors for people who once struggled to find reliable support. Here’s why counselling online is becoming a trusted way to get help.
There's a moment that comes to many of us, a quiet realization that something needs to change. If you're considering therapy, that consideration alone is significant. Discover what therapy really involves, why it might be one of the most important decisions you'll make, and exactly what happens in your first session. This comprehensive guide helps you take that first courageous step.
On 26th June 2025, Convo Africa took part in the IDADA Day event in Kangai, Kirinyaga County, partnering with NACADA and other stakeholders under the theme “Break the Cycle: The Evidence is Clear – Invest in Prevention.” The event highlighted alarming substance abuse trends in Kenya and called for urgent community-led prevention efforts to protect youth, support families, and build a drug-free future.
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.
