Political Parties

In a representative democracy, political parties function as a link between state institutions and local grassroots organizations. It is political parties that aggregate interests, present political alternatives and nominate candidates. As such, political parties play an essential role for the advancement of women and the promotion of equality. In this section, you will find information on the role of political parties in promoting women's political participation.

Nigeria needs more women integration in politics

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May 16, 2023

Nigeria needs more women integration in politics

The United States, US Department of States exchange program, International Visitors Leadership Program Alumni Association Nigeria (IVLPAAN), has canvassed for the integrat

Women’s representation in Turkey’s new parliament increases to 20 percent but remains low

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May 16, 2023

Women’s representation in Turkey’s new parliament increases to 20 percent but remains low

Among the female candidates who were nominated by political parties for a seat in the Turkish parliament in the May 14 general election, 121 have been elected, corresponding to 20 percent of the 600-seat legislature, the Kronos news website reported.

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Ghana: Governance expert says monetisation of politics impeding women’s participation

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Ghana: Governance expert says monetisation of politics impeding women’s participation

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The monetisation of politics in Africa is impeding the effective participation of women in political and electoral processes, Ayisha Osori, a democracy and governance expert, has said.

Madam Osori, who is the Director of Open Society Foundations, a civil society organisation, observed that many women on the continent did not have the ability to raise the needed capital to fund their political activities.

The monetisation of politics in Africa is impeding the effective participation of women in political and electoral processes, Ayisha Osori, a democracy and governance expert, has said.

VOX POPULI: women still have a long way to go in the world of Japanese politics

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May 2, 2023

VOX POPULI: women still have a long way to go in the world of Japanese politics

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Why Nigeria should legislate more women into power

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April 26, 2023

Why Nigeria should legislate more women into power

What is your take on the claim that that high cost of electioneering in Nigeria discourages women from participating in politics?

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Türkiye: Low number of female MP candidates stirs reaction

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Türkiye: Low number of female MP candidates stirs reaction

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Nongovernmental organizations and activists struggling for equal representation of women in politics and social life have criticized the low number of women on political parties’ parliamentary candidate lists, describing it as “dishonorable.”