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What's behind the rising suicide cases among Nairobi’s youth?

What's behind the rising suicide cases among Nairobi’s youth?

DW AfricaLink

November 24, 202525m 20s

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Show Notes

Suicide among Kenya's youth has reached alarming levels, with funeral homes reporting dozens of cases every weekend. Economic hardship, unemployment, family conflict and inadequate mental health support are all fueling this silent emergency. In this AfricaLink podcast, Eddy Micah Jr. speaks with psychologist Benta Wambui and DW correspondent Felix Maringa.

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KenyaNairobisuicideyouthyoung peoplemental healthAfrica