Sandton-based foundation helps 3 910 girls tackle period poverty
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Aspen Pharmacare joined forces with the Imbumba foundation to support thousands of girls across South Africa, ensuring they have the resources to continue their education without interruption.
On International Women’s Day, the Imbumba Foundation, based in Sandton, in partnership with Aspen Pharmacare, initiated a campaign to support 3 910 girl learners from seven schools in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape.
The official launch of the campaign, driven through the Caring4Girls programme, saw 686 girl learners at the event provided with six months’ supply of sanitary pads, as well as vital puberty education and empowering health talks.
This initiative marks a significant step in the ongoing fight against period poverty, ensuring girls can focus on their education without interruption. Driven by a volunteering spirit, Aspen’s employees selected and participated in the distribution of much needed sanitary pads to schools in the three provinces.
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This action highlights Aspen’s commitment to empowering young women through education, while also actively making a difference. Richard Mabaso, Imbumba Foundation CEO, said: “Amidst global challenges, Aspen’s investment in girls’ futures ignites hope and restores confidence in the future of our country, the continent, and the world.” He added that education empowers girls, enabling them to shape their future and drive economic success.
Stavros Nicolaou, Aspen senior executive strategic trade, said: “Aspen has been committed to socioeconomic upliftment initiatives for more than two decades. One of our most important activities focuses on contributing towards alleviating the impact of period poverty among young girls in need.”
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Nicolaou pointed out that they have partnered with the Imbumba Caring4Girls programme in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, and that they will be distributing sanitary towels, as well as presenting personal health and hygiene talks, to young learners.
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