Meet the young people creating awareness about mental health or providing support services that address issues such as stigma and limited access to care.

 Zolani Metu, 31

Zolani Metu is a Mandela Rhodes Scholar with a a strong passion for improving mental health and educational outcomes in South Africa. Both his clinical work and digital media presence contribute towards demystify psychiatric conditions through a very specific lens.


Lerato Solomon, 33

Lerato's journey in mental health advocacy is deeply rooted in her commitment to addressing the challenges associated with mental health and suicide, particularly within women, youth, and marginalised communities.