By Durrell Namasani
There have been growing concerns recently over the increasing number of people ending their lives due to various reasons. Malawi Police have confirmed that their records shows 208 people have committed Suicide .
Statistics from the Malawi Police Service show that 208 people have committed suicide from January to August this year, a higher figure than the 160 recorded during the same period last year.
The statistics further show that of the 208 this year, 168 are men while 40 are women.
Of last year’s total 160, 147 were men while 13 were women.
Deputy National Police Spokesperson Harry Namwaza has confirmed the figures adding that suicide cases are increasing due to marital disagreements, financial challenges and failure to settle debts .
Mental health activist Mwiza Mphande describes suicide as a mental health disorder hence the need for people to share their problems with others.
