insert_link Africa U.S.-funded programme in Uganda targets mental and physical health in HIV Figh A new U.S.-funded programme in Uganda is taking a holistic approach to tackling HIV by addressing both mental and physical health among vulnerable adolescents. The initiative aims to provide young people with the support they need to live healthier, fuller lives, combining counselling, mentorship, and medical care. Officials say the programme prioritises mental wellbeing alongside traditional HIV prevention and treatment, acknowledging the critical role mental health plays in treatment adherence […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Understanding Relapse: Katjijova Breaks Down the Hidden Stages Behind Addiction’s Return When recovery slips: the warning signs nobody talks about Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova has urged communities to better understand what really happens when a person who has been sober for weeks, months, or even years finds themselves using again. According to Katjijova, relapse is rarely sudden — it’s a gradual slide through three overlooked but predictable stages: emotional, mental, and physical. She says the first danger zone is the emotional […] today7 July, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Responding to Tragedy: A Call for Support and Healing In a recent interview, Jonathan Mvula, Chief Counsellor at Katutura Hospital, addressed the tragic incident that occurred in Mixed Settlement, where three young lives were lost. Expressing heartfelt condolences to the grieving family, Mvula shed light on the profound impact such events can have, emphasizing the need for immediate and long-term support. He acknowledged the traumatic nature of the incident, especially for those who witnessed the tragedy. The screams heard […] today16 January, 2024
