Tsalanang organisation hosted its first sanitary pads distribution and the Hygiene Awareness Booth Event at Mogale Primary School in Mamelodi on Monday.

Tshepo Ramoncha from the organisation said the aim of the event was simple but meaningful to support young learners who struggle to access basic hygiene products.

Ramoncha said this is part of the organisation’s goals to uplift learners from disadvantaged families, unemployed youth members and the community at large.

The organisation donated 60 packs of sanitary pads to school learners.

He said to many of these learners, the donations and support meant much more than just receiving hygiene products.

“The donations meant dignity, confidence, and the ability to attend school without fear, shame or embarrassment,” he said.

Elinah Manganyi from Mogale Primary School thanked Tsalanang NPO for the generous donations of sanitary pads for the school girls and for bringing the Hygiene Awareness Booth programme to the school.

Manganyi said the presence of the organisation at the school shows a strong partnership.

“Many learners come from disadvantaged households where basic necessities such as sanitary products are not always available and as a result, some girls are forced to miss school during their menstrual cycle,” said Manganyi.

Ramoncha said the donations also fight discrimination and bullying from peers because of poverty and lack of resources, which affects learners’ confidence and emotional well-being.

He added that the idea of the Hygiene programme is to raise public awareness of the significance of menstrual health and the appropriate use of menstrual products.

“The programme was implemented with limited resources, but with support from local stores, community stakeholders, and sponsors who believed in the importance of the initiative to change children’s lives.”

He said the success of the event was made possible through the dedication of volunteers who believe that every child deserves dignity, support, and equal opportunities in education.

Tsalanang NPO is calling on local businesses, clinics, chemists, stores, entrepreneurs, and private sector partners to support this important initiative.

“Together, we can ensure that no child misses school, loses confidence or faces bullying simply because they lack basic hygiene products,” said Ramoncha.

“Working together, we can restore dignity, build confidence, and help young learners focus on their education and future.

He concluded that with the help of sponsors and partners, the organisation will expand the programme and reach many more learners in schools across the community.

Anyone wanting to support this initiative can contact Ramoncha on 076 712 7321.

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