…Researched and contributed by Solomon Thomas.
A 22-year-old woman from Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal allegedly consumed rat poison after losing her job in an attempt to end her life.
A fast food restaurant employee on Gopalall Hurbans Road in the Tongaat CBD contacted Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) for assistance for the semi-conscious woman.
When RUSA arrived on the scene, they discovered the woman convulsing on the floor of the outside eating area with rat poison nearby.
She was stabilised before being transported to the nearest medical facility for further treatment.
Suicidal Note Discovered
A suicidal note was discovered next to the woman, and it was allegedly written by her.
In the note, the woman stated that she intended to end her life because she was constantly subjected to spiritual attacks at work.
The woman went on to say that she had performed all rituals to please her ancestors, but the spiritual attacks continued, leading to her job loss.
RUSA confirmed that the woman has not yet been identified.
The Tragic Incident
This tragic incident highlights the impact of job loss and mental health struggles in South Africa.
Losing a job can cause significant financial and emotional distress, leading to feelings of hopelessness and despair.
Employers and colleagues must create safe, supportive workplaces that encourage communication and offer mental health resources to employees.
It is essential to promote awareness of mental health issues and to seek help when needed.
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