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Resources
Medicine is hard, and asking for help is normal. These South African support lines are free and confidential, for moments of crisis and for ongoing support.
Last updated Crisis numbers can change. If one doesn't connect, please tell us and we'll re-check it.
If you’re thinking about suicide or are in danger right now, you don’t have to face it alone. Call the SADAG 24-hour Suicide Crisis Line on 0800 567 567, or for a medical emergency call 10177 (ambulance) or 112 from a mobile.
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group runs a 24-hour suicide crisis line and free telephone counselling. SMS the number and a counsellor calls you back.
24/7 · Everyone · Verified 25 June 2026
Free, confidential mental-health and psychosocial support for South African healthcare workers, with counselling and referral to volunteer psychologists and psychiatrists.
24/7 · Healthcare workers · Verified 25 June 2026
A 24-hour helpline for medical students, run with SADAG, offering counselling and crisis support during training.
24/7 · Medical students · Verified 25 June 2026
A 24-hour toll-free mental-health line for students and staff at South African universities and TVET colleges, reachable by call, SMS, USSD and WhatsApp.
24/7 · Students & staff at public institutions · Verified 25 June 2026
A national crisis and trauma line offering free, confidential telephone counselling.
24/7 · Everyone · Verified 25 June 2026
Confidential support for trauma, abuse and gender-based violence, including counselling and referral.
24/7 · Everyone · Verified 25 June 2026
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases runs a public health hotline (0800 029 999) and a dedicated clinician hotline (0800 212 552) for outbreak and notifiable-disease guidance.
24/7 · Healthcare workers & public · Verified 25 June 2026
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