Category: News & Current Affairs
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India Introduces Bill to Reserve One-Third of Parliament for Women
The Indian government revived an old proposal to reserve one-third of seats in the lower house of parliament and state assemblies for women.
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India Introduces Bill to Reserve One-Third of Parliament for Women
The Indian government revived an old proposal to reserve one-third of seats in the lower house of parliament and state assemblies for women.
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Indian Parliament’s Upper House Reshuffles Vice-Chairpersons, Achieves 50% Women Representation
President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar declared that the panel of vice-chairpersons has been reshuffled with 50 per cent parliamentarians as women.
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Indian Parliament’s Upper House Reshuffles Vice-Chairpersons, Achieves 50% Women Representation
President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar declared that the panel of vice-chairpersons has been reshuffled with 50 per cent parliamentarians as women.
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Chioma Nnadi Named New Editor Of British Vogue
Nnadi will make history as the first black woman to serve as editor of the New York-based fashion publication since its inception in 1892.
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Chioma Nnadi Named New Editor Of British Vogue
Nnadi will make history as the first black woman to serve as editor of the New York-based fashion publication since its inception in 1892.
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#ZimbabweDecides: The Battle for Women’s Political Representation
Female candidates plummeted from 4 in 2018 to 0 in 2023. Only 68 women competed for 633 seats, leading to 23 female MPs.
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BBC Launches Investigation Into Comedian Russell Brand Following Rape Allegations
Several unnamed women have come forward to accuse the 48-year-old comedian-turned-Hollywood-star of “rape, sexual assault, and emotional abuse” during a 90-minute televised investigation that aired on Saturday night.
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Around The World In 5
Around the World in 5 is an ongoing series that highlights news related to women in five countries, updated every week. This week’s post covers September 11-17.
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Nollywood Actress Cindy Amadi Passes Away
“She was very enthusiastic about developing her craft and growing her career and continuing to showcase her talent. She was well on her way until her untimely passing,” the statement read.