Hon.Dr.Irene Kasalu has once again demonstrated decisive leadership and compassion by spearheading the distribution of 900,000 sanitary towels to all primary and secondary schools across Kitui County.
The initiative targets Term One of 2026 and is set to benefit thousands of school-going girls.
The large-scale distribution is part of a county-wide program aimed at promoting menstrual hygiene, dignity, and uninterrupted learning for the girl child.
It covers both public primary and secondary schools, ensuring no learner is left behind.
Speaking during the launch of the exercise, Hon.Dr.Irene Kasalu reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to addressing challenges that hinder girls’ education.
She emphasized that access to sanitary towels is not a privilege but a basic right.
For many girls in Kitui County, lack of sanitary products has long contributed to absenteeism and poor academic performance.
This intervention seeks to eliminate those barriers and create a supportive learning environment.
Hon. Dr. Kasalu noted that empowering the girl child is central to her development agenda.
She stated that when girls are supported, families, communities, and the entire county prosper.
The program aligns with her broader vision as Governor of Kitui County to invest in human capital development.
Education, health, and social protection remain key pillars of her governorship.
Under her leadership, the county has consistently rolled out initiatives targeting vulnerable groups, especially women and girls.
The sanitary towels distribution is one of the flagship programs reflecting that priority.
School administrators and teachers across the county have welcomed the move, describing it as timely and impactful.
They say it will significantly reduce school absenteeism among adolescent girls.
Parents and community leaders have also praised the initiative, citing relief from financial strain.
Many families struggle to afford sanitary products, especially in rural and arid parts of the county.
Hon. Dr. Kasalu highlighted that the county government will continue to partner with stakeholders to sustain the program.
She stressed the importance of continuity to ensure long-term impact.
The governor further called on learners to focus on their studies and take advantage of the supportive measures in place.
She urged girls to dream big and believe in their potential.
As Kitui County enters Term One of 2026, the distribution of 900,000 sanitary towels sends a powerful message of inclusion and care.
It underscores a leadership that listens, acts, and delivers.
Through this initiative, Hon. Dr. Irene Kasalu continues to cement her legacy as a champion of girl child affairs.
Her governorship remains defined by practical solutions that uplift lives and secure a better future for the next generation.
