As part of a social investment programme centred around disadvantaged girls in the Free State, 350 learners of the Rheederpark Primary School in Welkom each received a menstrual cup on 27 July.
“The programme promotes sustained social economic growth through two key focus areas, which is education and health,” says Trevor Elie, Caltex branded marketer.
“It is very clear that due to increasing levels of unemployment, low levels of economic activity, low income levels and the impact of Covid-19, it has become even more critical for organisations, big or small, to be good corporate citizens particularly in the communities where they operate.”
The decision was taken to support young girls who cannot afford sanitary products and who then end up missing school during their monthly cycles.
“This clearly sets these girls back from their growth and development.
“The Mina Cup is a sustainable solution to stop them from missing school simply because disadvantaged girls cannot afford what is called a dignity pack,” he says.
It is a silicone cup which is made from 100% medical-grade silicone, it is bio-compatible, and lasts up to five years.
The local government, which includes the office of the mayor’s special programmes, the Department of Health and the Department of Education were invited to witness the social investment event.
