3rd August 2020  /  Eagle FM

It’s difficult to imagine what led a friend, family member, or celebrity to commit suicide. There may have been no clear warning signs, and you may wonder what clues you might have missed. Often, many factors combine to lead a person to the decision to take their own life.

In terms of suicide rates, Namibia has the fourth highest rate in Africa and at the same time ranks at 11th globally.

Across the world suicide is the second leading cause of death among people aged between 15 and 29.

The World Health Organisation estimates that a death by suicide occurs every 40 seconds worldwide leading to an estimated 800 000 lost lives each year. Local statistics reveal that, in Namibia it is estimated that about 22 in every 100 000 individuals kill themselves compared to 11 individuals per 100 000 worldwide.

Joining us this evening is

– NGO Lifeline Childline Namibia

– Clinical Psychologist, Dr Shaun Whittaker on

– Psychological Counsellor, Liseli Kamona

Suicide affects people from all communities and walks of life

My question to you is, are we doing enough for those that feel hopeless, helpless about the stresses of life?