Mental health crisis deepens amid ongoing conflict in eastern Congo

For Nelly Shukuru, life in the displacement camp had become unbearable. Forced from her home by relentless fighting, she struggled with the harsh conditions, hunger, and despair. At 51, she saw no way out and planned to end her life.

“It was morning. I took this scarf and arranged it like this so that I could use it to commit suicide. I wanted to put it there, but then I thought about my children. If one day I commit suicide, my…