Although they came out in large numbers to contest in the 2007 General Election last week, only 15 women candidates have made it to the 10th Parliament after successfully conducting campaigns that were marred by violence and other challenges. As a result, the number of elected female MPs in the 10th Parliament will increase by 5 from the 10 who were members of the 9th Parliament.
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Although they came out in large numbers to contest in the 2007 General Election last week, only 15 women candidates have made it to the 10th Parliament after successfully conducting campaigns that were marred by violence and other challenges. As a result, the number of elected female MPs in the 10th Parliament will increase by 5 from the 10 who were members of the 9th Parliament.
To read the full article, please visit the Nation Media's Website.