There is a lot of stigma associated with mental health, and the treatment is very expensive.
Our team aims to help patients afford treatment by collaborating with government agencies, NGOs, and philanthropic organisations to secure funding so that we can support needy patients.
We also work with health insurance providers to include mental health services in their coverage plans.
Saumu is the daughter of former Nairobi governor Mike Sonko. She is big on mental health and runs an organisation called Pamoja We Can. She speaks about her struggles with mental health, especially her personal journey of living with bipolar disorder. She plans to run for a political seat in 2027, with the aim of making a more significant impact in the community.
1. You are quite vocal on mental wellness. What inspired your passion for mental health advocacy? They say the light that burns from within burns the brightest. What inspired me is my own personal journey. I am a bipolar survivor. I have lived with this disorder for more than seven years. As I shared my stories, I realised that so many people were suffering in silence, especially young people, and are scared of coming out. That’s why I decided to come out and be a voice to the voiceless.
