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Homa Bay launches sanitary pad factory to tackle period poverty

Homa Bay County has launched a women-led sanitary pad manufacturing factory aimed at addressing period poverty, reducing school absenteeism among girls and creating jobs for women.

The Galentine Care Sanitary Pad Factory, located in Kasgunga Ward, Suba North, was officially inaugurated on Tuesday by Governor Gladys Wanga alongside county leaders, Members of Parliament, development partners and community representatives.

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