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Coalition politics stalling women's representation progress

IOL · 28 August 2026 at 08:00

Coalition politics stalling women's representation progress

As South Africa approaches its 2026 Local Government Elections, the rise of coalition politics coincides with a troubling decline in women's representation.

This article explores the implications of coalition governance on gender equality in local politics.

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