Sydwill Scholtz unpacks how to balance mental health challenges with job performance and labour rights

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s also Workers’ Month here in Namibia. That makes this the perfect time to address a growing concern in workplaces across the country: how do we balance mental health challenges with job performance and labour rights?

More and more employees are experiencing burnout, depression, and anxiety—yet many feel unsafe disclosing these struggles at work for fear of discrimination or dismissal. On the flip side, employers often feel unsure of their legal rights when faced with frequent absenteeism or declining performance due to mental health issues.

To help us navigate this sensitive and complex space, we’re joined this hour by public policy analyst Sydwill Scholtz, who will unpack the legal framework, best practices, and real-world challenges for both employees and employers in Namibia.