The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.  

In episode 7 Farah Fortune chats to us about menstrual matters and how we as ordinary citizen can help in ensuring that free pads are a right for all women.  

Farah Chirene Fortune, founder & director of African Star Communications (ASC) is the well known businesswoman behind many successful corporate and celebrity brands. She is better known to her clients & industry peers as "The Pitbull in Heels". With a keen interest and focus on female empowerment, her company only employs women and predominantly uses female suppliers. She’s also the face behind The Pad Run, a non-profit initiative that is helping underprivileged young women in South Africa maintain their dignity.