In an essay published in May, New York senator Kirsten Gillbrand emphasized the importance of increasing the number of women in politics.
Civil society Organizations call on government to pass Affirmative Action bill into Law to encourgae more women participation in the decision making process.
At a small discussion at Thursday’s World Economic Forum on Africa, the issue of gender equality in African politics took centre stage.
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Gender Election Monitoring Mission issues preliminary report here on Monday reported huge women voter turnout in General Election 2013 who remained standing in queues since morning till the closing time.
PRIME Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak faces an uphill battle to select the most suitable women ministers to be part of his cabinet. Although the recent general election saw an increase in the number of female candidates standing, only a small number were voted in.
"How would you in your current position help foster more female participation and occupation in public service?"
Senator Gillibrand: