In the DRC, mental health is increasingly recognised not just as a health issue, but as a cornerstone of national recovery and peacebuilding. In late 2025, mental health advocates, civil society leaders, and workplace leaders gathered in Kinshasa to foreground mental health in the workplace — a bold move in a country still healing from years of conflict, displacement, and economic strain. The national roundtable in October brought public and private actors together to explore the links between psychological well-being, post-conflict reintegration, and stability, underscoring that mental wellness is essential for economic productivity and peace. �
This dialogue follows World Mental Health Day commemoration in the DRC, where authorities and caregivers reflected on the emotional and psychological burdens borne by communities affected by emergency and conflict, highlighting resilience-building through accessible support at places like Virunga General Hospital. �
Yet challenges remain clear: integration of mental health into primary care is still uneven, and formal legislation around mental health care is limited — prompting civil society calls for dedicated laws to protect psychological well-being nationwide.
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