Elections show stark gender disparity: No female presidential candidates among 36 parties

A gender analysis of the 2024 election, conducted by the Hlanganisa Community Fund – an intermediary grant maker dedicated to strengthening social accountability and promoting human rights in pursuit of social justice for all – reveals a striking gender disparity within the political landscape of the country.

ut of the 36 political parties contesting elections, which were assessed, there is a complete absence of female presidential candidates, with not a single woman vying for the highest office.South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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