Manganese Ladies Association with support from its mother company, Ghana Manganese Company Limited (GMCL), has distributed more than 1,000 sanitary pads for girls in its host communities to promote menstrual hygiene.
This formed part of activities to celebrate the 2025 World Menstrual Hygiene Day, which is observed annually on May 28.
“Together for a Period Friendly World” is the theme for this year.
Some communities that benefited were Tarkwa Banso, Enyinasie, Akyim, Domeabra, Esuaso and Bonsawire.
Mrs Cynthia Quaidoo, the Secretary of Manganese Ladies Association, said through GMCL’s initiative, annually they visited communities within its operational areas to educate the young girls about menstrual health, hygiene, and management.
She said by celebrating the World Menstrual Hygiene Day, individuals and organisations like Manganese Ladies Association could help create supportive and inclusive environment for girls who menstruate.

The secretary emphasised that menstruation should not be a barrier to education because it’s natural and every girl would experience it, adding, “all girls deserve to attend school with dignity and confidence.”
This year’s programme was launched at Akyim in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region, Mrs Quaidoo said.
Madam Stephanie Mbeah, Headmistress of Akyim Emmanuel Methodist School, thanked GMCL and Manganese Ladies Association for celebrating the World Menstrual Hygiene Day with learners in her school.
She said with the knowledge acquired by the girls, she was hopeful they would be more empowered to manage their menstrual cycle with ease.
Opanyin Kofi Amu, Ntotuohene of Akyim, stated that, “many girls struggled to have access to sanitary pads due to financial constraints at home. GMCL and Manganese Ladies Association have provided much-needed relief and support to these families and girls.”
Some learners who shared their thoughts on the programme said, “I am so grateful for the pads, it’s a huge relief. The programme has made a big difference for me; I can now focus on school without worrying about my menstruation.”