Women’s participation in the 2023 harmonised elections in Zimbabwe.
- Author
- Chinyanganya, Euphrasia
- Title
- Women’s participation in the 2023 harmonised elections in Zimbabwe.
- Abstract
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This study examines women's participation in the 2023 harmonized elections in Zimbabwe, aiming to shed light on the challenges and opportunities that women encountered during the electoral process. A mixed methodology approach was employed, combining qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys to gather data from women voters, candidates, and political party representatives. The findings reveal that while progress has been made in terms of women's political representation, significant barriers persist, including financial constraints, limited access to resources, gender biases, and societal expectations. Despite these challenges, women demonstrated resilience and determination, actively engaging in political campaigns and advocating for their rights. The study underscores the importance of targeted interventions to address these barriers and promote women's equal participation in politics. Ensuring financial support, enhancing access to resources, challenging gender stereotypes, and fostering inclusive political environments are key areas that require attention. By overcoming these obstacles, Zimbabwe can pave the way for increased women's participation, empowering them to contribute to decision-making processes and fostering a more democratic and inclusive society.
- Date
- JUNE 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
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women's participation
harmonized elections in Zimbabwe
challenging gender stereotypes
fostering inclusive political environments - Supervisor
- Dr M. Zembere
- Item sets
- Department of Social Work
- Media
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Euphrasia Chinyanganya
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