Uganda, March 11 -- First and foremost, happy Women's Day! This year's theme, "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress," compels us to look beyond the tangible achievements and delve into the unseen realm of women's mental health.

While education, economic empowerment, and political participation are vital, the invisible burden that comes with neglecting mental wellbeing hinders true progress for women and society as a whole.

According to a 2023 study by Makerere University School of Public Health and Butabika Hospital, a staggering 39 percent of women suffer from severe anxiety, compared to 24 percent of men.

This gender gap extends to depression as well, with 12.6 percent of women affected compared to 5 percent of men.

Investing in wom...