Zambia's Election: Aspiring Female Politicians Were Asked for Sexual Favours, Official Says

As Zambia nears election season, some warn against the 'sextortion' of female candidates

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Assam’s poll paradox: Women lead the ballot, men rule the House

Despite women consistently outvoting men in Assam's assembly elections, their political representation is declining. While voter turnout for women remains strong, fewer women are being nominated and elected, leading to a significant gap between their electoral power and actual political authority. This trend highlights a critical challenge for women's participation in Assam's governance.

Councillor questions ‘fairness’ for men in gender pay gap

A councillor has questioned if it is fair that “women are being paid more than men” in some departments at a council.

Trump admin threatens to withhold HIV medication to Zambia unless demands are met

Zambia has received more than $6 billion in HIV/AIDS over the last two decades, according to the US Embassy in Zambia

Zambia's election: Aspiring female politicians were asked for sexual favours, official says

These reports harm attempts to close the wide gender representation gap in Zambia, activists say.

Malawi: Tension, Stakes Rise As Voters Head to Crucial By-Elections Today

Voters across four constituencies and nine wards are heading to the polls today in what is shaping up to be a tightly watched electoral test, with the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) making a strong appeal for calm in an environment where political stakes--and tensions--are unmistakably high.