East Coast Radio - Catch Up Weekend Breakfast with Zisto

Zisto opens up about grief after losing a close friend to suicide

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In a deeply personal Breakfast Nook, Zisto opens up about losing a close friend to suicide and starts an honest conversation about grief, loss and mental health.

KZN listeners share their own experiences of losing loved ones, while Zisto reminds anyone struggling that they do not have to face it alone.

If you need support, contact the Suicide Crisis Line on 0800 567 567 or SMS 31393 to reach SADAG.
6 Sep English South Africa Society & Culture · Kids & Family

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