Mental Health Resources South Africa
If you are in crisis, feel unsafe, or need urgent support, please reach out to one of the free services below. You do not have to go through difficult situations alone.
South African Depression and Anxiety Group
Mental health support, crisis counselling, resources, and referrals for people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, suicide risk, and other emotional challenges.
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Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0800 567 567
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Have Hope Chat Line: 087 163 2050 (WhatsApp)
Support for emotional distress, trauma, suicide, relationships, abuse, and crisis counselling.
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National Counselling Line: 0861 322 322
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Gender Violence Helpline: 0800 150 150
24/7 support for children, teenagers, and adults concerned about a child’s safety or well-being.
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Toll-free Helpline: 116
Crisis support for domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, and child sexual abuse.
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Toll-free: 08000 83277
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SMS: *134*7355# (requests a call back)
GBV Command Centre South Africa
Counselling, referrals, shelters, and support for gender-based violence.
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24-hour Helpline: 0800 428 428
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“Please Call Me”: 1207867#
People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA)
Support for women experiencing domestic violence and abuse.
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Helpline: 011 642 4345
Emergency Services
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SAPS Emergency: 10111
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Ambulance & Fire: 10177
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National Emergency: 112