KAMPALA, UGANDA – Ecobank Uganda has unveiled a campaign to keep girls in school by providing reusable sanitary pads and promoting menstrual health.
The initiative, launched in partnership with the Uganda Red Cross Society, aims to address the challenges girls face in accessing education due to menstrual health barriers.
“We are committed to eradicating menstrual health barriers that hinder girls’ education,” said Ecobank Uganda’s Managing Director, Grace Muliisa. “These pads will last for about 14 months, contributing significantly to the girls’ welfare and high school retention.”
Naphtal Baguma, Head of Logistics at Uganda Red Cross, emphasized the need for collaboration in addressing menstrual hygiene challenges. “We aim to raise national awareness about menstrual hygiene. This cannot solely rely on donors; we call upon all Ugandans to be part of this humanitarian campaign for the good of our country’s girl child.”
Hajji Kamulegeye Muhammed, Headteacher of Kitebi Senior Secondary School, praised the partnership, saying, “With the support of organizations like Ecobank and the Red Cross, we can continue to enhance the educational experience and ensure our students have the necessary tools to succeed.”
The initiative aligns with Ecobank Group’s three-year “Transforming Africa Through Education” campaign and the African Union’s 2024 theme, “Educate and Skill Africa for the 21st Century”.
Ecobank Uganda’s efforts aim to empower girls, promote digital learning, and contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4.1.
