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wilson center
January 9, 2025
New Opportunities: Claudia Sheinbaum's Presidency and the Future of Mexico’s Gender Policy

Claudia Sheinbaum’s election as Mexico’s president has captured global attention for several reasons. Mexico is the world’s 12th largest economy.

my joy online
January 9, 2025
Ghana’s First Female Vice President: A Trailblazer in Leadership and Inspiration

Ghana made history when the National Democratic Congress (NDC) nominated Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate to former President John Dramani Mahama for the 2020 general elections.

the nation online
January 8, 2025
Activists call for credible elections, women participation in politics

In recognition of the gender gap in political representation, the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) Nigeria has expressed support for the passage of a bill before the National Assembly to reserve special seats in national and state legislatures for women.

new national star
January 8, 2025
African women celebrate as Ghana swears in first female Vice President

Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has officially assumed the role of Vice President of Ghana following her swearing-in on Tuesday.

The Hindu
January 7, 2025
AI-generated deepfakes targeting women politicians around the world

From the United States to Italy, Britain, and Pakistan, female politicians are increasingly becoming victims of AI-generated deepfake pornography or sexualised images, in a troubling trend that researchers say threatens women’s participation in public life.

thediplomat
January 6, 2025
South Korean Women’s Resistance at the Heart of Yoon Suk-yeol’s Impeachment

In the wake of Yoon Suk-yeol’s failed self-coup on December 3, South Korean ci

eastleighvoice
January 6, 2025
Women in Botswana make up 54% of voters, but less than 10% of parliament: political parties can change that

Only 28 women stood for parliament out of 258 contestants, representing 10.85 per cent. Only three women won their seats. This represents 4.92 per cent of the 61 seats. It’s a drop from 5.26 per cent in the 2019 elections.

19news
January 3, 2025
The 119th Congress: Some history makers, but fewer women overall

When the 119th U.S. Congress is sworn in on Friday, some of the newly elected women members will be making history. 

The Citizen
January 2, 2025
Women leaders urge others to embrace political ambitions

Following their victories in the recent Local Government Elections, newly elected female leaders are encouraging other women to pursue leadership roles despite the challenges.