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Women's Leadership

The Nation
September 10, 2024
Quiet revolutionary: How Anna Mutavati reshaped women's rights in Kenya

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UN Women
September 10, 2024
Why so few women are in political leadership, and five actions to boost women’s political participation

In one of the biggest electoral years in recent history, 107 countries have never had a woman Head of State. In 2024, women held only 27 per cent of seats in national parliaments and 35.5 per cent of seats in local governments.

Sudan Tribune
September 9, 2024
Women leaders call for inclusive South Sudan peace initiative

September 4, 2024 (JUBA) – The Tumaini Initiative and its mediators should adopt an inclusive, transparent, and people-centered mediation process, women leaders resolved during a round table discussion. 

First Post
September 6, 2024
From margins to mainstream: How women’s political participation in Jammu and Kashmir is evolving

The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir presents a unique set of challenges for women’s empowerment. Historically, the representation of women in political roles in the region has been limited.

graphic online
September 6, 2024
Ghana: Ministry of Gender calls for immediate action against abuse of women in politics

In a statement issued on Thursday, August 29, 2024, the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dakoa Newman, expressed concern over the persistent harassment, discrimination, and violence directed at female politicians, candidates, and activists.