Mental health, including depression and anxiety disorders, have continued to increase steadily in the last few years in South Africa. Key Stats… - Research indicates that 52.6% of women in SA experience psychological distress. - Black women represent the largest proportion (62.21%). - Women aged 25–49 show the highest levels of psychological distress (53.8%), linked to the pressure of being primary breadwinners and caregivers in an unstable economy. - Mental disorders affect

What We Know… Being screen-free is crucial for better mental/physical health, deeper relationships, and cognitive health by reducing anxiety, improving sleep/focus, fostering creativity, and encouraging real-world skills like empathy, problem-solving, and physical activity, which screens often hinder. It balances the brain’s dopamine system, combating addiction, and helps develop emotional regulation and stronger bonds through face-to-face interactions. In fact, Dr. Sahib Kha

To many of us, our phones are our lifelines. But we’re going to convince you that this is your sign to take a digital detox! Unplugging reduces stress and anxiety from information overload, improves sleeps quality, enhances focus and productivity (you gain up to 3 extra hours), fosters better relationships (emotional wellbeing), and provides an opportunity for self-reflection and mindfulness practices (mental clarity and emotional balance). There’s also more time for physical