Cabinet Ministers and gender activists from South Africa and the African continent are to meet in Parktown, Johannesburg tomorrow (Saturday, 21 May) to discuss women participation in political processes including conflict resolution in their respective countries.
Participants in the meeting organised by the Progressive Women’s Movement of South Africa will include:
- Women, Children and People with Disabilities Minister Lulu Xingwana
- International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane
- Correctional Services Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula
- Gauteng Premier Nomvula Nonkonyane
- North West Premier and Deputy African National Congress Secretary Thandi Modise
- and CEO of the Independent Electoral Commission Adv Pansy Tlakula
While sharing South Africa’s experience of yet another free and fair elections with women representatives from other countries, the meeting will be a platform to discuss women participation in the election and their role in the establishment of new political leadership for local government.
The meeting will also discuss the role of women in conflict resolution and peace-keeping in the African continent with guest-speakers from Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan presenting their country experiences.
The media is invited to attend this meeting taking place as follows:
Date: 21 May 2011
Time: 09h00
Venue: Sunnyside Park Hotel, Princess of Wales Terrace, Parktown
Enquiries:
Zanele Hlatshwayo
Progressive Women’s Movement of South Africa
Cell: 083 445 9229
Sibani Mngadi
Ministry for Women, Children and People with Disabilities
Cell: 082 772 0161
