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The Plight of Women in Nigerian Politics

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March 2, 2025

The Plight of Women in Nigerian Politics

In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, the struggle for gender equality remains a daunting challenge, particularly in the sphere of elective politics.

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In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, the struggle for gender equality remains a daunting challenge, particularly in the sphere of elective politics.

IDEA
February 21, 2025
Women Political Participation still low in Africa

Women’s participation in politics and leadership remains low in African countries due to various factors, including online harassment and a patriarchal system that hinders their involvement.

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WYDE Sub-Saharan Seminar for Media/Journalists on Advancing Transformative Gender Social Norms to Enhance Women and Youth Participation and Representation in Leadership and Decision-Making

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WYDE Sub-Saharan Seminar for Media/Journalists on Advancing Transformative Gender Social Norms to Enhance Women and Youth Participation and Representation in Leadership and Decision-Making

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The Chronicle
February 12, 2025
Mangwe councillor in Malawi for regional Young Women’s Empowerment Academy

MANGWE Rural District Council proportional representation Councillor Simphiwe Vuyelwa Mguni is among the Zimbabwean representatives attending the Southern Africa Academy for Young Women’s Empowerment in Malawi.

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ABC News
February 10, 2025
As female representation hits new highs among states, constitutions still assume officials are male

PHOENIX -- South Dakota’s constitution refers to the governor as a “he.”

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The Spokesman-Review
February 6, 2025
Where a strongman failed, women are now fueling a democratic revival

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – It was a brief remark during a mundane session of parliament.

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Are female politicians better advocates for their districts?

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February 3, 2025

Are female politicians better advocates for their districts?

The old saying “all politics is local” has become increasingly outdated in a world of growing political polarization.

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The old saying “all politics is local” has become increasingly outdated in a world of growing political polarization.

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