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Source: The Guardian
May 10, 2024
‘I want to decide my vote for myself’: how women are shaping India’s political landscape

Basanti Sabar, 30, is a third-time voter. But this time round, as the eastern Indian state of Odisha goes to the polls in simultaneous general and assembly elections, the former migrant worker will make a crucial shift in the way she votes.

Nigerian Tribune
May 7, 2024
Nigeria, Gombe voters elect two women as council chairpersons

History was made on Monday, 29th April 2024 when Two Women were sworn-in as democratically elected Executive Chairpersons of local government councils in Gombe for the first time.

The Print India
May 6, 2024
India: Karnataka sees spike of nearly 50% in number of women candidates, but chances of winning remain slim
Mmegi
May 6, 2024
Botswana: BDP registers fewer female candidates for primaries
Delegation of the European Union to Malaysia
May 3, 2024
The EU supports empowerment of indigenous communities in Sabah

The European Union (EU) announces the collaboration with PACOS Trust to promote socioeconomic and cultural rights among indigenous peoples in Sabah through the "Empowering Indigenous Communities: Strengthening Capacities, Networks, Advocacy, and Cultural Resilienc

Nonprofit Quarterly
May 3, 2024
Dora Akunyili: a black woman who reformed Nigeria’s public health sector

The struggle of Black women to be recognized, respected, and welcomed as leaders is an international one.

Malta Today
May 1, 2024
Who is Myriam Spiteri Debono, the former Speaker set to become the next President?

Myriam Spiteri Debono, a notary and former parliamentary speaker, is set to become the 11th President of Malta on 4 April. 

Nation Online
April 29, 2024
Violence against women in politics worries UN agency

United Nations Women (UN Women) has called on local political parties to create a safe space for women participating in politics and swiftly move to address violence against women during elections.

P.M. News Nigeria
April 29, 2024
Advocacy groups, stakeholders make case for increased inclusion of women in politics

Key women inclusion advocacy groups in Nigeria and other stakeholders have kick-started a robust conversation on how more women would participate in politics going forward, especially starting from 2027 general elections in the country.