Call to end period poverty

POLITICIAN Linda Masarira has called on the government to end period poverty and recognise menstrual sick leave as a human right.

Masarira made the call as Zimbabwe joined the rest of the world yesterday to mark the Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025 which is observed annually on May 28.

The commemorations are meant to push for global action to end stigma and ensure access to safe, affordable menstrual care for women and girls who menstruate.

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