THOUGHTFUL MENSTRUAL CARE
THE WOMAN BEHIND MAUREEN
A brand born from a need for better.
Meet the woman behind Maureen — the founder who created the brand from a desire to see better-quality menstrual care in South Africa, where many women and girls still face challenges with access, affordability and reliable period products.
Maureen was created to offer sanitary towels that a woman can trust, feel comfortable wearing and feel comfortable choosing, while opening a more thoughtful conversation around menstrual health, dignity and everyday wellness.
Meet the founderBehind Maureen
THE MAUREEN STORY
Founded with Purpose.
Led by expertise.
Leading Maureen Sanitary Towels is Zama Nokubonga Mbatha, the visionary founder and director of the company.
A graduate in Laboratory Medicine and Bio-technology, Zama brings a strong scientific and quality-control background, further developed during her internship at Taiwan's prestigious Tzu Chi Hospital. Driven by a passion for improving women's health and well-being, she founded Maureen to provide high-quality, affordable menstrual care.
Her scientific knowledge and commitment to quality continue to shape the brand as it grows across Southern Africa, empowering women, supporting communities and making better menstrual care more accessible.
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MEET OUR TEAM
People behind the purpose.
Meet the people helping Maureen grow with care, expertise and meaningful impact.
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PARTNERS & SPONSORS
Growing together.
Maureen is proud to be connected with organisations and partners who help strengthen care, opportunity, education and community impact.
Community • Collaboration • Impact
WHAT MAUREEN STANDS FOR
Menstrual Care, made for more.
Maureen brings quality menstrual care, education and wellness together to support women and girls through every stage of their journey.
Feel protected throughout your period.
Maureen Sanitary towels are designed for comfort, confidence and up to 100% leak-free protection, helping you move through your day with peace of mind.
Know your body. Understand your cycle.
Through Menstruation University, Maureen provides practical menstrual education to help young people understand their bodies and make informed choices.
Your Period shouldn't stop your life.
We care about your physical and mental wellbeing, because your period can affect how you feel, move and live. Through Maureen Wellness Club, we encourage movement, community and healthy living because your period should never put your life on pause.
QUALITY & CERTIFICATIONS
Proof behind the promise.
We set out to create menstrual care that women can believe in. Every Maureen product is rigorously tested and held to high standards, because we believe better care should never be a luxury it should be the standard.
ISO Certified
Product Certification
Our manufacturing facility is ISO-certified, reflecting its commitment to internationally recognized standards for quality management, consistent production, product safety, and continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.
Quality Testing
Quality & Safety Testing
Locally: Tested by SABS for product quality and safety
Internationally: Tested according to GB/T 8939-2018 and GB 15979-2002, including absorption capacity, absorption speed, pH, formaldehyde, flourescent substances, adhesive strength, bacterial & fungal counts, and pathogenic micro-organisms.
YAEI x Absa Youth Innovation Challenge.
Awards & Recognition
Top 10 - Gauteng
Maureen Sanitary Towels was recognised among the Top 10 youth-led innovations in Gauteng through the YAEI and Absa Youth Innovation Challenge, highlighting our brand's innovation, entrepreneurial potential and commitment to creating meaningful solutions in menstrual health and hygiene.
GB Standards x South African Bureau of Standards (SABS).
Standards & Compliance
GB Standards
Manufactured and tested according to applicable Chinese GB/GB-T standards for sanitary napkins, supporting quality, hygiene and safety
South African Bureau of Standards (SABS)
Tested in accordance with applicable South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) requirements for sanitary products
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WELCOME TO MAUREEN
More than menstrual care.
A world created with you in mind.
Discover a new approach to menstrual care, where comfort, confidence, knowledge and wellbeing come together to help you feel your best through every cycle and beyond.
Discover Maureen ↗GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE GOALS
Small actions.
Bigger impact.
Together we're working towards a healthier, more equal and sustainable future.
