Elders have long held a revered place in African society. They were the custodians of tradition, the keepers of wisdom, and the moral compass of communities. But how do they fit into the modern, fast-paced African society of today?
In many African cultures, elders are the gatekeepers of knowledge, tradition, and healing. Their role in maintaining communal mental health cannot be overstated. Unlike clinical therapy, which is individualistic, African approaches to mental wellness are often collective, story-based, and rooted in lived experience.