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October 16, 2024
Japan: 314 women running for 465-seat lower house in general election, a record

A record number of women are running in Japan’s general election this month, although they still account for less than a quarter of candidates, local media said Wednesday.

The Standard
October 16, 2024
Women MPs make history as London is first region ever to have majority female representation in Parliament
NewsX World
October 14, 2024
How Challenging Is It For Women Getting Tickets In Politics ? Womem Panelists Share Insights | We Women Want Festival And Awards

The We Women Want Festival And Awards by NewsX, was a power-packed session, featuring accomplished women from various fields, sharing their experiences and perspectives on empowerment.

The Nation
October 10, 2024
The new face of Kajiado politics: Women MCAs take centre stage

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International Republican Institute
October 10, 2024
Election Watch: Mongolia

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Belga News Agency
October 9, 2024
Female politicians get twice as many sexist comments on social media

Women in politics receive twice as many sexist comments on social media as their male colleagues, writes Het Laatste Nieuws on Tuesday. This also applies to local councillors and politicians with an immigrant background.

Daily Trust
October 9, 2024
Nigeria anticipates female-led political change, says Adamawa dep gov

Adamawa State deputy governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, has highlighted the growing need for female leadership to bring about significant change in Nigeria’s political landscape.

DevDiscourse
October 8, 2024
Trailblazing Women: Breaking Barriers in Jammu and Kashmir's Politics

In a historic turn of events for Jammu and Kashmir's political landscape, three women, including former minister Sakeena Masood, have emerged victorious in the latest Assembly elections, reaffirming the growing influence of female leaders in a traditionally male-dominat