Oburu Advocates for Locally Produced Sanitary Pad Manufacturing Solutions


The absence of reliable access to sanitary towels for schoolgirls continues to hinder menstrual health initiatives in Siaya County.

  As a result, the goal of ensuring sustainable access to sanitary towels for schoolgirls in the region remains elusive, despite various donation efforts to schools, as highlighted by County Senator Dr. Oburu Oginga. Dr. Oburu stated that establishing a sanitary towel manufacturing facility in the area could facilitate sustainable access to these essential products in local schools. While speaking at the International Day of the Girl Child celebrations at Akoko Secondary School in Bondo, the Senator revealed that the previous county administration, under former Governor Cornel Rasanga, had intentions to set up a sanitary towel factory. However, the expected agreement between the county and the Korean Government fell apart due to a technical issue. "Rasanga and I traveled to Korea to seek an investor for a sanitary towel production company in Siaya County, but during the negotiation process, we found out that the foreign company was unable to enter into a joint venture with us, which led to the abandonment of the deal," he explained. Nevertheless, the senator expressed his commitment to collaborate with the current Governor, James Orengo, to revive and implement the plan aimed at ensuring sustainable access to sanitary towels for schoolgirls. "This is a commendable initiative that I am determined to advocate for and ensure that the county government executes for the benefit of our girls," he stated. Oburu, who provided over 5,000 sanitary towels to girls at Akoko Secondary School, cautioned both boys and girls against engaging in premarital sexual activities, which have led to a significant number of early pregnancies in the county, emphasizing that such actions could jeopardize their futures. Conversely, the senator highlighted the importance of the community in safeguarding the interests of the girl child by ensuring they receive education and avoid early pregnancies.

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