If you or someone you know is in danger, having thoughts of self-harm, or experiencing a crisis — these numbers are here for you. Right now. No cost. No judgment.
National SAPS emergency line. Call for crimes in progress, threats to life, or immediate police response.
National ambulance and emergency medical services — for injuries or urgent hospital care.
Works from any cellphone, any network, even without airtime. Tell the operator which service you need.
Toll-free, 24/7, trained counsellors. If you are thinking about ending your life — call now. This line has helped thousands through their darkest moments.
South African Depression & Anxiety Group. Counselling, referrals and crisis intervention, 8am–8pm, 365 days a year.
Trained counsellors around the clock for depression, anxiety, trauma and suicidal thoughts.
Toll-free, 24/7. For domestic violence, sexual assault or abuse — they can dispatch help and provide counselling.
Toll-free, 24/7. For children in distress, abuse reporting, or parents needing urgent help with a child at risk.
National telephone counselling — emotional support, trauma debriefing and crisis intervention, in multiple languages.
24-hour poison advice. If someone has taken something dangerous — muthi, medicine, chemicals, plants — call immediately with what, how much, and when.
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Africa's Shrine and Lerato are not a substitute for emergency services, medical professionals, or mental-health practitioners.
If you are in physical danger, having thoughts of harming yourself or others, or facing a medical emergency — call 10111, 10177, or 112 immediately.
Traditional spiritual support can complement professional care, but it does not replace it. Reach the numbers on this page first. Lerato will be here to support your spiritual journey once you are safe.