Helplines
Asking for help is not a weakness, but your greatest strength. Here is a compilation of some important helplines and resources. Keep these numbers and resources saved for yourself or a loved one. Please note that all numbers are South African.
Mental Health
South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG):
- Counselling: 011 234 4837
- Emergency Suicide Prevention: 080 056 7567
- 24 hour Helpline: 080 045 6789
- Website: http://www.sadag.org
Eating Disorders:
- Eating Disorders South Africa: 079 235 7415
- Recovery Space: https://www.recoveryspace.org
- Recovery Direct: https://www.recoverydirect.co.za
Other:
- Dr Reddy’s Help Line: 080 021 2223
- Cipla 24hr Mental Health Helpline: 080 045 6789
- Adcock Ingram Depression and Anxiety Helpline: 080 070 8090
- ADHD Helpline: 080 055 4433
- Akeso Psychiatric Response Unit 24 Hour: 086 143 5787
- Cipla Whatsapp Chat Line: 076 882 2775
Abuse & Violence
Gender Based Violence:
- Call: 080 042 8428
- Please Call Me: *120*7867#
- SMS “help” to: 31531
- Woman Abuse Helpline: 080 015 0150
Other:
- Human Trafficking Helpline: 080 022 2777
- Childline: 080 005 5555
- Lifeline Counselling: 086 132 2322
- Tears Helpline: *134*7355#
Substance Abuse
- SADAG Helpline: 080 012 1314
- SANCA Helpline: 011 892 3829
- SANCA Website: https://www.sancanational.info
- Nurture Health: https://nurturehealth.net
General Emergencies
- Nationwide Emergency Response: 10111
- Cellphone Emergency Dial: 112
- Ambulance Emergency: 10177
- South African Police Service: 086 001 0111
- Department of Home Affairs: 080 060 1190
- National Crisis Line: 086 132 2322
Coronavirus
- Website: https://sacoronavirus.co.za
- Send HI to: 060 012 3456
- COVID-19 Public Hotline: 080 002 9999
- SASSA Call Center: 080 060 1011
Other
- Person with Disabilities: SMS ‘help’ to 31531
- AIDS Helpline: 080 001 2322
- Reporting undue price increases: 080 014 1880
- Department of Home Affairs: 080 060 1190
- Department of Water & Sanitation: 080 020 200
- Presidential Hotline: 17737
