Climate change fuelling mental health crisis

1 in every 4 Kenyans may be suffering from a mental health-related issue, ranging from mild to severe disorders. [iStockphoto]

Africa makes relatively low contributions to pollution but is vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Climate change is not merely an environmental crisis; it poses a significant and often overlooked threat to the global population's mental health and emotional well-being.

The impact of extreme weather events and climate stresses on the global population has severe repercussions on mental health, leading to increased rates of suicide, exacerbated mental illnesses, and a decline in overall mental well-being.