By ANDREW MUKOMAWHILE women have made significant inroads into politics in recent years, their involvement has spurred attacks, intimidation and harassment in many parts of the country, former Sinazongwe Council Chairperson aspiring candidate for August 12, general elections Gloria Putukah has said.Ms Putukah, who was the only female among seven males seeking adoption, has observed that women have continued to face challenges in the political sphere due to such.Speaking in an interview with the Daily Nation in Livingstone, Ms Putukah said it was unfortunate that females are the most vulnerable gender in terms of having a fair share on the political space.Ms Putukah said paving the way for more women in the political, business, and civic arena is an investment in more just, equitable, and peaceful societies.She said unfortunately in Zambia, women are still sidelined, bullied and disadvantaged in the electoral process especially during adoptions.Ms Putuka said this is the more reason why today, the […]
‘Women face tough time in politics’
