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The Diplomat
September 9, 2024
Sri Lanka’s Presidential Manifestos: What’s Promised for Women?

Sri Lanka is gearing up for its ninth presidential election on September 21, but notably no women candidates are running for the highest office in the country.

graphic online
September 6, 2024
Empowering women: A push for increased female MPs in upcoming elections

The representation of women in Ghana's Fourth Republic Parliament has remained notably low. 

The Citizen
September 6, 2024
Championing change: Young women steps up to drive Tanzania's push for political equality

Dar es Salaam. As Tanzania gears up for the upcoming local government elections in November 2024 and the general election next year, there is a noticeable shift in the political landscape.

First Post
September 6, 2024
From margins to mainstream: How women’s political participation in Jammu and Kashmir is evolving

The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir presents a unique set of challenges for women’s empowerment. Historically, the representation of women in political roles in the region has been limited.

graphic online
September 6, 2024
Ghana: Ministry of Gender calls for immediate action against abuse of women in politics

In a statement issued on Thursday, August 29, 2024, the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dakoa Newman, expressed concern over the persistent harassment, discrimination, and violence directed at female politicians, candidates, and activists.

DevDiscourse
September 4, 2024
EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen's Drive for Gender Parity in Commission

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen is determined to achieve gender parity in her executive Commission amid resistance from member states. She is advocating for a balanced representation of men and women among EU commissioners.

Pulse Nigeria
September 4, 2024
Democracy isn't complete when women are excluded from policy-making - NILDS

The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) has declared that democracy cannot be considered complete when women are excluded from policy-making processes.

The Conversation
September 3, 2024
Victory for women’s rights in Ghana as affirmative action law is passed – what must happen next

The passage of the