Mental health
Is there a 24/7 helpline for UCT students?
What number can I call at night or on weekends? (Common question, answered from official sources.)
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Struggling right now? You are not alone. SADAG suicide crisis line (24h, free): 0800 567 567. SADAG helpline: 0800 456 789. Your university counselling centre is on the info page.
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Yes. The SADAG UCT Student Careline is free and runs 24/7 on 0800 24 25 26, or SMS 31393 for a call back. For psychiatric emergencies after hours, UCT lists 021 650 1271. During office hours (08:30-16:00) the Student Wellness Service hotline is 021 650 1020. Source: uct.ac.za counselling services page.