April 15, 2022
A new government in Mauritania includes 4 women
The Mauritanian presidency announced the formation of a new government of 25 ministers headed by Prime Minister Mohamed Ould Bilal.
Mauritania
March 17, 2022
Women in West Africa and the Sahel define strategies for a meaningful participation of women in decision-making
The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel, Ms Giovanie Biha, chaired the first edition of the annual Women's Forum for Peace and Security in West Africa and the Sahel, held on 14 and 15 March in Nouakchott,
March 13, 2017
Mauritian women MPs work to raise awareness on gender violence
A group of women 12 MPs from the Ré
June 9, 2016
Mauritania female MPs in move to protect women and girls
An agreement has been reached in Ma
Election
4335: Mauritania, 22/06/2024, Mauritanian Presidency 2024
| Quota Information | Parliament Information | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Are there legislated quotas? | Yes | Structure of parliament | Bicameral |
| For the Single/Lower House? | Yes | >Current members | 153 |
| Percentage of women | 20.26% | ||
| Source: Gender Quotas Database | Source: New Parline | ||
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April 15, 2022
A new government in Mauritania includes 4 women
The Mauritanian presidency announced the formation of a new government of 25 ministers headed by Prime Minister Mohamed Ould Bilal.
March 17, 2022
Women in West Africa and the Sahel define strategies for a meaningful participation of women in decision-making
The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel, Ms Giovanie Biha, chaired the first edition of the annual Women's Forum for Peace and Security in West Africa and the Sahel, held on 14 and 15 March in Nouakchott,
March 13, 2017
Mauritian women MPs work to raise awareness on gender violence
A group of women 12 MPs from the Ré
June 9, 2016
Mauritania female MPs in move to protect women and girls
An agreement has been reached in Ma
February 20, 2013
Mauritania: Mauritanian Women Advocate for Rights with Public Petition
Though few Mauritanians are able to have a say in their country’s political life, one group of dedicated women is determined to be heard.
May 30, 2012
Mauritania: Kadiata Malick Diallo: “Our Ultimate Goal is Equality”
Kadiata Malick Diallo is vice-president of the Union of Forces for Progress (UFP) and a deputy in Mauritania’s National Assembly. In her interview, she speaks about her journey into politics and the role of women in the emerging Mauritanian democracy.
May 30, 2012
Mauritania: Moves Towards Political Empowerment for Women
“While the quota is a major step forward, changing the situation of Mauritanian women is still a slow process because their colleagues discourage them from leading on issues,” Aminettou Mint Ely, head of the local non-governmental organisation (NGO) Association of Women (AFCF) told IRIN.
Violence against women in politics
Highlighting news, interviews, resources and events on violence against women in politics
February 20, 2013
Mauritania: Mauritanian Women Advocate for Rights with Public Petition
Though few Mauritanians are able to have a say in their country’s political life, one group of dedicated women is determined to be heard.
May 30, 2012
Mauritania: Kadiata Malick Diallo: “Our Ultimate Goal is Equality”
Kadiata Malick Diallo is vice-president of the Union of Forces for Progress (UFP) and a deputy in Mauritania’s National Assembly. In her interview, she speaks about her journey into politics and the role of women in the emerging Mauritanian democracy.
May 30, 2012
Mauritania: Moves Towards Political Empowerment for Women
“While the quota is a major step forward, changing the situation of Mauritanian women is still a slow process because their colleagues discourage them from leading on issues,” Aminettou Mint Ely, head of the local non-governmental organisation (NGO) Association of Women (AFCF) told IRIN.