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Thousands of school going girls are still skipping during menstruation period thus interfering with their performances in classwork.

Even though menstrual hygiene discussions have existed for decades towards ensuring that women and girls can manage menstruation safely, hygienically, and with dignity.

However, despite ongoing efforts, dignified menstrual hygiene remains a major challenge in some parts of the country.

During a summit held in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County ahead of International Menstrual Hygiene Week beginning May 28, stakeholders raised concern over persistent menstrual hygiene challenges facing girls.