SOS MENHEMA
Project
SOS MENHEMA
Supporting Menstrual Health Across Africa
At PHA, we believe that menstrual health is not just a hygiene issue, it’s a human right. That’s why we launched SOS MENHEMA, a grassroots project designed to address period poverty and menstrual stigma in underserved African communities.
The name SOS MENHEMA says it all: “SOS” signals urgency, and “Menhema” is short for menstrual hygiene management. Together, they reflect our mission to respond to the menstrual health crisis with empathy, education, and action.
Supporting Menstrual Health Across Africa
Across Africa, many school-aged girls still miss school during their periods due to stigma, lack of menstrual products, and poor sanitation facilities. More than 10% of girls are unable to attend classes while menstruating, with even higher rates in rural areas. This not only impacts education but also self-esteem and overall wellbeing.
We recognised that menstrual health can’t be addressed in isolation, it connects to mental health, environmental health, ethics, and maternal & child health, the four core pillars of PHA. So, we designed SOS MENHEMA as a holistic program that combines education, access to reusable products, and environmental awareness.
Looking Ahead
SOS MENHEMA proves that when you empower girls with knowledge, confidence, and sustainable products, you transform not just their health, but their futures too! Looking ahead, PHA aims to expand SOS MENHEMA to more communities across Africa, continue empowering young leaders, and build local capacity for lasting change. Together, we can end period poverty and put Africa first, one conversation, one community, one pad at a time. Email info@phafrique.com if you would like to be involved in this initiative!
