Minister Urges Political Parties to Empower Women in Leadership Roles
The strategy aims to increase the representation of women in government, targeting at least 35% of parliamentary and council seats for women by 2025, with a goal of reaching 50% by 2030.
DEDZA, Malawi— Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare Jean Sendeza has called on political parties to demonstrate their commitment to empowering women by appointing them to top leadership positions, writes Wendi Mkandawire.
Speaking on Tuesday in Dedza during the launch of the National Strategy on Political Empowerment of Women, Sendeza emphasized that women have proven their capability in managing senior roles.
She highlighted the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) as an example, noting its election of Catherine Gotani Hara as the first female vice-president.
"The Malawi Congress Party has shown its dedication to promoting women by electing a female vice-president," Sendeza said.
"It's time for all parties to support female candidates, especially in primary elections, to ensure that more women participate in the upcoming parliamentary and local government elections."
The strategy aims to increase the representation of women in government, targeting at least 35% of parliamentary and council seats for women by 2025, with a goal of reaching 50% by 2030.