South Africa’s Suicide Rate Ranks Fourth In Africa

Original Article by Modiegi Mashamaite | TimesLIVE | 1 June 2026

South Africa's Suicide Rate hits 21.1 per 100,000. New warnings highlight a rising burden, big productivity losses, and policy action.

South Africa’s Suicide Rate hits 21.1 per 100,000. New warnings highlight a rising burden, big productivity losses, and policy action.

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