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

There’s a question that has consistently gripped Botswana’s politics: bomme ba kae? (where are the women?). It became even more urgent with the country’s 2024 general elections. Only 28 women stood ...
World Bank

Women, Business and the Law 2023 Report: Botswana Makes Significant Strides Toward Equal Treatment of Women Under the Law

GABORONE, March 30, 2023 — Gender equality and women’s empowerment in Botswana has progressed over the past 20 years with Botswana having made significant strides toward equal treatment of women under ...
standardmedia.co.ke

Women in Botswana watch from sidelines as country prepares for election

As Botswana prepares for general elections in October, the number of women running for office remains low. Political parties have finalized their list of candidates for the 2024 vote, and the majority ...
The Conversation

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

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