Outpouring of grief in Ndola after young professional succumbs to depression
Ndola netizens have expressed shock at the death of a young professional who is said to have succumbed to depression in very unclear circumstances.
According to an online Lubuto Community News, Margret Mwaziona Phiri lost her battle against depression while people are calling for investment in mental health issues arising mostly from societal pressures.
“The growing number of young adults in Zambia losing their lives as a result of depression is deeply worrying. It is a clear reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health. Let us foster a society where seeking help is seen as a sign of strength, not weakness. Together, we can save lives by listening, supporting one another, and promoting access to mental health services. The conversation on mental health cannot wait. The time to act is now. Fare thee well, Margaret Mwaziona Phiri,” the post read in part.
Friends and relatives reacted to the post:
Barbara Sikota: “Mental health is real and it’s unfortunate that some people take it as just being mentally ill when in actual sense it’s more than that hence need for more education and funding.”
Robbin Mchinzi: Very sad. Mental health is a very important topic. That’s why we have introduced the Kabushi Mentorship group where we discuss different topics. Last time we had Lisa K Francis and Grace Mukata Agaba who delivered sessions on mental health on Kabushi Mentorship. This topic is so critical to everyone and as we speak many need therapy in the area of mental health.”
Robbin Mchinzi The bad economy is causing this… When you have money. Depression goes
Mental Health Awareness: “We need to have a serious conversation about mental health. Far too many people are suffering in silence, battling depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental health challenges without the support they need. Every life lost is a painful reminder that mental health deserves the same attention as physical health.
Let us create safe spaces where people can speak openly without fear of judgment or stigma. Let us check on our friends, family members, colleagues, and neighbours. A simple conversation, a listening ear, or a kind gesture can make a meaningful difference.”
Elizabeth Ndumbah: “’Mental health is a very serious fast killer….society dont care, you open up to people about what you going through, you become the topic, some take advantage 💔 of your situation coz you opened up etc… I learnt to control my emotions by taking a bottle and chat with people I don’t know, laugh and joke with them…..life is meaningless do what makes you happy not what makes other people happy.”
Kapampa Chimba: “Sad development ALA we are all passing through hell echo tunwinafye black label na whiskey yalikaba. Rest well sis.”
Kapampa Chimba: “Alcohol is neither the solution. You can do better!”
Sandy Bwalya: “People are passing through a lot lets find time to check on each other 🫂, very sad indeed 😭”
Lily Raston: It’s hurting mwaice wandi 😭😭😭😭 RIP 💔💔💔”
Beatrice C Chileshe: “Lily Raston mwandi our sister kwati bufi sure mmmmm”
Lady M: “This pains me a lot! RIP Mwaziona.”
Agness Kaluba: “Journey well my Mwazi 😭😭 you will forever be in my heart.”
Mwansa M Mutale: “It is so painful mwaziona 💔😭.”
Mwiila Gianna’s Mum: “Mwazi huh no 😭😭😭😭😭”
Deborah Mudenda Sinyangwe: “Iyee ba mwaziona chabipa mwe….mhsrip.”
Tha Ndiwe Karla: “My dear cousin 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭💔💔💔💔😭😭😭😭😭 💔 It is very sad. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
Kumbuso Mbambo: “Mwazi sure 😭😭😭😭”
Mumba Mulenga: “Such a beautiful soul 💔😭”
Gift Ng’âñdwe: “Sad development.”
Able Chenyenje Jr Selemani: “Rest In Peace 🪦 💔🕊️”
Bertha H Ngulube: “So sad 😭 my condolences😭💔”
Daniel Peddle Mutale: “Sad indeed may her soul rest in eternal peace.”
Milimo Moonga: “So sad. My heartfelt condolences. MHSRIP.”
Adrenas Chanda Bwalya: “Sorry God be with you.”
Justina Michelle Nanyangwe: “What happened to this beautiful woman.”
Linda C Bwale Ndhlovu: “Mwazi😭😭😭💔💔💔”
Linda Timothy: “This is sad 😭😭 mwe mwazi.”
Annie E Shile: “Rest easy dearest😭😭😭.”
PD Banda: “Very very sad Margaret💔.”
Outpouring of grief in Ndola after young professional succumbs to depression
