Creating Hope Through Support - Substance Use Group Launches in Duduza, Nigel

Substance Use affects more than just one person, it affects families, relationships, and entire communities.

Many people struggling with Substance Use often feel ashamed, isolated, or afraid to ask for help, while loved ones are left feeling helpless and emotionally drained.

Despite the growing need for support, many communities still lack safe spaces where people can talk openly about addiction, recovery, and Mental Health without fear of judgment.

New Support Group Launches In Duduza

In response to the need for more community support, the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) is launching a FREE weekly in-person Mental Health Support Group for people affected by Substance Use in Duduza in Nigel, Gauteng.

By sharing experiences and supporting one another, members can learn healthier ways to cope, feel less alone, and find comfort, strength, and hope from others who truly understand what they are going through.

The Support Group is free and open to anyone seeking support related to Substance Use and Mental Health.

The Group will launch on Wednesday, 3 June 2026, and take place weekly on Wednesdays at 5 PM and will continue thereafter every Wednesday at the Usave Old Building, Phumla Mqashi, 5380 Mphahlele Street, Duduza, Nigel, Gauteng.

Creating A Safe Space For Recovery And Support

Joana, the Support Group Leader, says, “Starting this Group is very personal to me. Through my work as a Social Auxiliary Worker and KeMoja Champion, and through supporting my husband in his recovery journey, I’ve seen how Substance Use can affect every part of a person’s life and the people around them. Many families suffer in silence because they feel ashamed or don’t know where to go for help. I wanted to help create a space where people can be honest about what they’re going through, support each other, and realise they are not alone. Sometimes just having people who understand can make a huge difference.”

Tebogo Ramadiro, SADAG Substance Use Coordinator, adds, “Support Groups can make a big difference in people’s recovery journeys and Mental Health. Many people and families affected by Substance Use suffer in silence because of stigma and lack of support. Through this Group, we hope to create a space where people feel supported and encouraged to ask for help.”

The Importance Of Support Groups

Support Groups provide a safe and welcoming space to share experiences, learn practical coping skills, and connect with people who truly understand the recovery journey.

If you’ve been thinking about joining a Support Group, looking for a community where you feel understood, or wanting to take a positive step forward in your recovery, a Support Group could make a real difference.

To join this new Support Group or for more information about the meetings, please contact Joana on 062 632 2703.

Additional Support And Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with Substance Use, contact SADAG's 24-hour Substance Abuse Prevention Helpline on 0800 12 13 14 or reach out to the Ke Moja WhatsApp Chat Line on 087 163 2025 (available Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm).

To explore more Support Group options and Mental Health resources, visit our website at https://www.sadag.org.