Namibia: 'Menstruation Is Discussed in Hushed Tones'

17 September 2018

In many societies menstruation is discussed in hushed tones, according to the Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, Juliet Kavetuna.

"Unfortunately, the ripple effect is that young girls across the country are forced to go out of school because they cannot deal with it," said Kavetuna who spoke at the launch of the 'My period is awesome' campaign, which is aimed at, amongst others, establishing a positive perception of menstruation.

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