Violence against women has been cited as one of the main repellent factors to women participation in mainstream politics.
An expert in gender advocacy, Dr Ene Ede has appealed to the Federal government to close the gender gap by appointing more women into positions of authority.
Women leaders and activists from Zimbabwe and Botswana yesterday kicked off a two-day cross-generational summit to discuss women's political participation and leadership.
ULINGO have awarded President Hussein Mwinyi for his role in developing Zanzibar including promoting gender equality.
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The Special OSCE Asian Partners for Co-operation Group met today to discuss key aspects for ensuring women’s participation in political and public life. The meeting was convened by the Polish Chair of the Group.