China Scherz, George Mpanga, and Sarah Namirembe
China Scherz, George Mpanga, and Sarah Namirembe
Mayanja
Mayanja
Mayanja
Sunday 20th March 2022
Discover Mayanja's journey from addiction to recovery through traditional healing methods in Kampala on 'I Closed the Depot'.
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China Scherz, George Mpanga, and Sarah Namirembe
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Mayanja's Quest for Sobriety: Embracing Traditional Healing in Kampala
I have no problem with others drinking, but whenever I try to drink, it smells badly and I cannot swallow it.
Ever wondered how people in different parts of the world tackle addiction? In this episode, we follow Mayanja, a man from Kampala, Uganda, who turns to an herbalist for emetic therapy in his fight against alcoholism. 'I Closed the Depot: Addiction and Recovery in Kampala' is a twelve-part series that dives into the heart of Uganda's capital, exploring various methods locals use to overcome alcohol-related problems.
The podcast draws from a four-year collaborative research study, shedding light on both traditional and modern recovery techniques. Despite 58 percent of Ugandans claiming to abstain from alcohol, those who do drink have an exceptionally high per capita consumption rate. This episode zeroes in on Mayanja's journey, highlighting the cultural nuances and challenges of addiction recovery in a place where Western concepts of alcoholism are still relatively new.
From spiritual practices to community support and economic opportunities, you'll hear how Ugandans navigate their paths to sobriety. Tune in to discover Mayanja's inspiring story and gain insight into the unique approaches to addiction recovery in Kampala.