Kuja Eco Production LTD

To increase access to healthy and affordable sanitay napkins to low-income earning women and girls in Cameroon

Sector(s)
Health; Education; Environment;
Countries Impacted
Cameroon
Cumulative Impact
15000000
Women's Economic Power
Yes
Established
2017
Program Year(s)
2022, 2020
Operating Status
Operating
Headquarters
Opposite GBHS Bamendakwe, Bamenda 4049, Cameroon
good health and well-being
quality education
gender equality
clean water and sanitation
decent work and economic growth
industry, innovation, and infrastructure
reduced inequalities
partnerships for the goals

Description

Kuja Eco Production Ltd has developed Cameroon's first 100% biodegradable and compostable sanitary pad branded KujaEcoPads made from banana fiber which is one of the most absorbent natural fibers and abundant in Cameroon. Unlike wood pulp or cotton, it is an agricultural by-product and does not require additional land usage. Our all-natural pads do not contain bleach or chemicals to minimize skin irritation and release of toxins into the environment upon disposal. Not only are they more comfortable and safer for the user as they don’t contain bleach which has carcinogenic dioxins, KujaEcoPads pads degrade within 6 months of disposal, 1200 times faster than conventional pads, and eliminate the need for incineration, reducing CO2 production. We eliminate 60 kg of pad waste, per woman, in her lifetime. KujaEcoPads is part of the circular economy where everyone is positively impacted and our goal is to create hygiene products that are good for the body, environment, and community.