Gender organs call for vibrant Women’s League
Friday, August 01, 2025 | 60 Views |
Organisations have raised alarm over the dwindling number of women occupying top political positions
PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
As such, they are calling for an urgent revival and strengthening of political women’s leagues to support women vying for leadership roles and general election candidacies. Following that, the organisations have raised alarm over the dwindling number of women occupying top political positions.
Currently, the Botswana Congress Party (BCP) is the only organisation with a notable female presence, reportedly 30% representation, on its executive committee.
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