The Problem With Free Menstrual Pads
Governments in countries across Africa have promised to deliver free menstrual pads to girls. But are they getting the details right?
Sanitary pads are expensive. And in some parts of the world, hard to come by. So why not give pads away for free?
It's an idea that a number of governments have considered this year. Several African countries, including Kenya, Uganda and Zambia, have taken steps toward giving free sanitary pads to girls. In August, Botswana . And it's not just happening in low- and middle-income countries. In July, the to distribute tampons and pads to women who can't afford them.
