In the heart of Narok County, where culture and tradition often dictate silence on matters of menstruation, a quiet revolution is beginning to take shape - one that could transform the lives of thousands of school-going girls.
Despite the presence of several NGOs working to empower the girl child, access to menstrual hygiene products remains a significant barrier for many girls in Narok's remote areas.
It is estimated that nearly 65 percent of school-going girls in these regions miss classes each month due to a lack of sanitary products, perpetuating a cycle of stigma, absenteeism, and, in severe cases, school dropout. "Menstruation should not be a reason a girl cannot achieve her dreams," said Agness Ntutu, spouse of the Narok County Governor Patrick Ntutu, as she addressed hundreds gathered at Maji Moto in Narok South during this year's World Menstrual Hygiene Day.
In her heartfelt address, Mrs.
