In Kinshasa, a coalition of health professionals, activists, and NGOs is pushing a new mental health law aimed at protecting people living with psychiatric conditions and guaranteeing their rights. This proposed legislation, presented on February 12, 2026, seeks to end inhumane treatment of individuals with mental disorders, organize better access to care services, and safeguard basic human rights within the health system. The initiative emphasizes that investing in mental health is essential to national development and human dignity, and it will now move forward to the National Assembly for adoption after revisions and consultations with stakeholders. �
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