Foundation hosts golf event to mark World Menstrual Hygiene Day

Sunday Mail Reporter

KUNASHE FOUNDATION, a female and youth-led non-profit organisation, commemorated World Menstrual Hygiene Day last weekend by hosting a golf event at the Royal Harare Golf Club.

The occasion brought together a unique mix of young people, girls, development practitioners and corporate leaders to raise awareness on menstrual health issues as they commemorated World Menstrual Hygiene Day, which is observed globally on May 28 every year.

Kunashe Foundation executive director Mrs Ratidzo Njagu said the golf day sought to raise awareness on the plight of the girl-child regarding menstrual health and hygiene issues, along with the wider issue of period poverty.

“Commemorating Menstrual Hygiene Day with a fun and inclusive event allows us to educate everyone on menstrual health while encouraging corporate leaders to get behind and contribute towards prioritising the end of period poverty in Zimbabwe,” Mrs Njagu said.

She added that there were one million women and girls around the country currently in need of education and products that will enable them to menstruate with dignity.

The event, which was sponsored by Faith Fuels, National Foods Logistics, New World Properties and Tobacco Processors Zimbabwe, featured a golf tournament and golf clinic.

Health partners such as the Zimbabwe National Family Planning Council and Population Services Zimbabwe — which had stands at the venue — also used the occasion to provide information and educational material on menstrual health.

“Kunashe is working with Government ministries and key stakeholders, such as the Zimbabwe National Family Planning Council and other development partners, to ensure that women and young people can meaningfully participate in social and economic activities.

“We are committed to ensuring women and young people are informed, equipped and included, and that they are proud of such events which help them achieve this,” Mrs Njagu said.

She thanked the leadership of the Zimbabwe Lady Golf Union for playing a critical role in coordinating the event, mentoring young golf players and encouraging others to take up the sport.