Structural barriers prevent meaningful mental health support in South Africa
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Summary
In 2025, the Department of Health said 5% of the national healthcare budget was allocated to mental health, contributing to infrastructure and staff shortages. More recently, the World Health Organization’s 2025 assessment reported that South Africa has a mental-health treatment gap exceeding 70%.
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In 2025, the Department of Health said 5% of the national healthcare budget was allocated to mental health, contributing to infrastructure and staff shortages.
according to IOL (Independent Online)More recently, the World Health Organization’s 2025 assessment reported that South Africa has a mental-health treatment gap exceeding 70%.
according to IOL (Independent Online)
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