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The New Times
July 26, 2024
Number of women in Rwanda’s lower house of parliament rises to 63.8%

Up to 63.8 percent of the 80 members of the newly elected Rwandan Chamber of Deputies, the lower house, are women, a list from the National Electoral Commission (NEC) has shown.

The Chronicle
July 25, 2024
SADC amplifies role of women in peace processes

In a significant step towards gender inclusivity in peace processes, southern Africa continues to acknowledge the crucial role women play in conflict prevention and resolution.

Business Tech
July 25, 2024
The two women who could save South Africa’s economy

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and Transnet CEO Michelle Phillips will be critical in changing the direction of South Africa’s economy.

Caracas Chronicles
July 25, 2024
The ballot is men only. But Venezuelan politics are now led by women

After the double blocking of the unitary candidates in March—first of María Corina Machado and then professor Corina Yoris—the initially provisional candidacy of Edmundo González, who is currently leading the polls, was accepted by the National Electoral Council.

CNN
July 23, 2024
Who is Kamala Harris? The life of the woman stepping into the 2024 limelight

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PBS News
July 23, 2024
After years of breaking barriers, Harris could become the first female president

WASHINGTON (AP) — She’s already broken barriers, and now Kamala Harris could shatter several more after President Joe Biden abruptly ended his reelection bid and endorsed her.

BBC News
July 23, 2024
The many identities of the first woman vice-president

Less than four months out from the election, Vice-President Kamala Harris found herself in a difficult position.

All Africa
July 19, 2024
Angola: Ombudsperson Highlights Female Recognition in the Country's Political Arena

Luena — The ombudswoman, Florbela Araújo, highlighted, this Thursday, in Luena, Moxico province, the presence and leadership of women in the country, which is 'in great development'.

Politico
July 18, 2024
Ursula von der Leyen wins second term as European Commission president

STRASBOURG — The European Parliament elected Ursula von der Leyen for another five years as European Commission president, choosing stability and continuity for the EU’s most powerful institution and the bloc.