AI-Powered Mental Health Chatbots in Africa: A Systematic Review and Culturally Adaptive Framework

arXiv cs.AIAugust 27, 2026en

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arXiv:2608.24890v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Mental health challenges in Africa remain under-addressed due to inadequate infrastructure, stigma, and a chronic shortage of professionals. Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered chatbots are emerging globally as low-cost, accessible tools that can offer psychological support. This paper presents a systematic review of 52 empirical studies published between 2017 and 2025, critically analysing their cultural, linguistic, and infrastructural relevance to African contexts. The findings demonstrate the potential of AI chatbots to improve accessibility, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and expand psychosocial support, yet reveal limited Afr

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