New data from UN Women in 2023 highlights significant progress in increasing women’s representation in leadership and political power worldwide, yet reveals persistent wide regional gaps. The report showcases improvements in the number of women in parliamentary and ministerial positions, underscoring ongoing global efforts toward gender equality in politics. However, it also emphasizes that many regions, particularly in the Global South, continue to lag behind, with women underrepresented in key decision-making roles. This disparity points to the need for more targeted policies and initiatives to accelerate gender parity in governance. The data serves as both a milestone and a call to action, illustrating that while progress has been made, achieving equal representation mandates sustained commitment. Highlighting successes and challenges alike, the findings from 2023 provide valuable insights for policymakers, advocates, and stakeholders striving to empower women in power and promote inclusive leadership across the globe.
UN WomenNew data shows GBV panic alerts exceed one per day, highlighting rise in domestic abuse cases
October 17, 2026
New data reveals that gender-based violence (GBV) panic alerts are being triggered more than once daily across South Africa, with a significant majority involving domestic