"Zero Male Suicide"

Hundreds of commuters and vendors gathered at Egodini terminus, the busiest public transport hub in Bulawayo.

Amidst the noise and chaos of such a crowded place, a group of young actors dressed in colourful costumes and carrying props caught the attention of the curious bystanders.

They were members of Geraldine Roche Drama (GRD), a youth-based social intervention project that uses drama, street theatre and film production to promote civic and social messages.

The actors announced that they were going to perform a short play in commemoration of International Men's Day, a global awareness day for many issues that men face, including parental alienation, abuse, homelessness, suicide, and violence.

The theme of their play was "Zero Male Suicide", which aimed to raise awareness of men's mental health and challenge the gender bias that prevents men from seeking help.

The play ended with a loud applause from the audience, who were moved and inspired by the message.

The GRD members then engaged the audience in a discussion about the play and the issues it raised. They distributed flyers and pamphlets with information and resources on men's mental health and suicide prevention.

They also invited the audience to join their upcoming workshops and events, where they would learn more about drama and social change.

The GRD members were happy with and proud of their performance, which they hoped would make a positive difference in the lives of the men and boys in Bulawayo.

They believed that, through their art, they could create awareness and action on the problems that men face and celebrate the positive value that men bring to the world, their families and communities. They also hoped that their play would contribute to the global celebration of International Men's Day and the vision of "Zero Male Suicide".