Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri has entered Morocco’s political history as the first woman to be appointed Head of Government, marking a new chapter in women’s representation at the highest level …
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Women’s political and social empowerment across Arab countries took different forms and developed at varying levels in 2026. These efforts included greater recognition of women’s role in national development, stronger …
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HighlightsWomen’s Achievements
Women’s Leadership Delivers Better Results, but Gender Equality Remains Out of Reach
When women hold leadership positions, societies become stronger, economies become more resilient, and outcomes improve for everyone. Yet equal representation in senior positions across public and private institutions remains far …
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Women are emerging as strong contenders in the race to become the next United Nations Secretary-General, with the possibility of the organization appointing its first woman to the top post …
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Egypt is set to participate in the Asian Women’s Forum, an international platform focused on advancing women’s empowerment and addressing key challenges affecting women across the region. The forum is …
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HighlightsWomen’s Achievements
Dr. Fathia Aqab: Ancient Inscriptions Reveal Arab Women’s Roles in Writing, Trade and Politics
Ancient inscriptions from the Arabian Peninsula offer a different picture of women’s status before Islam, revealing their participation in writing, trade, religion, politics and social life, according to Dr. Fathia …
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Khalida Boufdach has made history as the first woman to become President of Algeria’s People’s National Assembly since the country gained independence in 1962. The 44-year-old physician and member of …
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HighlightsWomen’s Achievements
Faida Kamel: The Singer Who Became Egypt’s Longest-Serving Woman Parliamentarian
On July 12, 1932, a girl was born in Cairo who would go on to reshape Egypt’s political history and become one of the country’s most influential advocates for women’s …
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Rawia Atiya: The Legacy of the First Female Member of Parliament in the Arab World
May 9th marks the anniversary of the passing of Rawia Atiya, an avant-garde figure whose name is synonymous with the historical breakthroughs of Egyptian and Arab women in public life. …
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HighlightsWomen’s Achievements
Egypt’s Cabinet Reshuffle Elevates Women to Strategic Leadership Posts
Egypt’s latest cabinet reshuffle, approved by parliament yesterday, has reinforced women’s representation in senior government positions at a time when the country faces significant economic and social challenges. While much …
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