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Tendai Chisirimunhu Kathemba

Belonging in a Time of Fear: Mental Health, Migration and Collective Care in South Africa

Who belongs here? Across South Africa, a painful question echoes through communities, schools, workplaces, churches, taxis, social media platforms and political rallies: who belongs here? It is a question that appears simple on the surface but carries centuries of history beneath it. It is a question about migration, citizenship, identity, power, memory, trauma and survival. It is also a question that sits at the heart… Read More »Belonging in a Time of Fear: Mental Health, Migration and Collective Care in South Africa

Language Is Medicine: The Importance of Language and Cultural Context in Mental Health and Brain Health Across Africa

Defining Mental Health, Mental Illness, and Brain Health Mental Health is a broad term that refers to our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It influences how individuals manage stress, relate to others, and make decisions. While mental health issues are widely recognized across the globe, their understanding and treatment can vary significantly across different cultures. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is… Read More »Language Is Medicine: The Importance of Language and Cultural Context in Mental Health and Brain Health Across Africa

Consumer Capitalism: A Global Crisis of Well-being and Environmental Degradation

In a world where consumer capitalism reigns supreme, the relentless pursuit of profit and growth has led to significant societal and environmental consequences. This system, deeply interwoven with the fabric of modern life, promotes a cycle of consumption that not only depletes the planet’s resources but also exacerbates mental health issues among its inhabitants. Rather than addressing the symptoms of a consumerist lifestyle, it is… Read More »Consumer Capitalism: A Global Crisis of Well-being and Environmental Degradation

Nurturing Psychosocial Well-Being: Unveiling the Depths of Afrikan Indigenous Knowledge Systems

In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of psychosocial well-being and mental health on a global scale. However, the hegemony of western psychology and the biomedical approach to health including mental health, whilst very important has never been the only approach to good health. Western psychology and psychiatry dominate narratives significantly influencing and shaping the world of brain and mental… Read More »Nurturing Psychosocial Well-Being: Unveiling the Depths of Afrikan Indigenous Knowledge Systems

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