By Afrireport 
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has introduced two monthly menstrual health days for female employees, marking a significant policy shift aimed at promoting dignity, wellness and productivity in the county workforce.
The policy, which takes effect this month, allows female staff to take up to two days of menstrual leave every month.
County Attorney Christine Ireri has confirmed that her office is finalising the legal framework to anchor the decision within the county’s human resource policies.
She said the move follows a cabinet resolution and is now undergoing the necessary legal and administrative processes to ensure smooth implementation.
Ms Ireri noted that her office is working closely with the County Human Resources department to formally integrate the new provision into official HR guidelines.
This, she explained, will help standardise the policy across all county departments and eliminate any ambiguity regarding eligibility or application procedures.
The county leadership has made a clear policy decision, and our role is to ensure it is properly grounded in law and aligned with existing employment frameworks,” Ms Ireri said. “We are collaborating with Human Resources to ensure the menstrual health days are clearly captured in policy and implemented in a fair and structured manner.”
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The menstrual leave policy is intended to support female employees who experience discomfort or health challenges during their menstrual cycle.
Advocates argue that such measures contribute to a more inclusive and supportive work environment, while also addressing long standing workplace taboos around menstrual health.
Governor Sakaja’s administration has positioned the policy as part of its broader commitment to employee welfare and gender responsive governance.
County officials say the initiative reflects a growing recognition that workplace policies must account for the unique health needs of women.
Under the new arrangement, female employees will be able to access the menstrual health days without fear of stigma or discrimination.
County sources indicate that further guidelines will clarify how the days are to be taken, including whether they must be consecutive and how they will be recorded administratively.
The policy has been welcomed by women’s rights advocates and labour groups, who say it sets a positive example for other public institutions and private employers.
They argue that acknowledging menstrual health as a legitimate workplace concern can help improve morale, attendance and overall productivity.
As the legal framework nears completion, Nairobi County is expected to begin full implementation, making it one of the few counties in the region to formally adopt menstrual leave as part of its employment policy.
