The quota system has awarded female politicians in rural districts a chance to lead in politics. The just ended 2023 harmonised elections showed the importance of the quota system. It
Citizens Coalition for Change’s (CCC) only female candidates in Kwekwe district both for Parliament and Council have won. Melody Chingarande was the only female Council candidate and has retained her
“I really feel vindicated, the recalls are illegal and done without engaging the community. The people have spoken, all the recalled councilors have been voted back into office.” – Councilor Kasipo
She is determined to reclaim her seat which she lost due to a recall from Council by Douglas Mwonzora in August 2021. She was recalled four days after having been elected Kwekwe Deputy Mayo.
When we have more women involved in politics we are guaranteed to hear more issues that affect children and women being debated in Parliament. Issues to do with service delivery, health and social issues that affect under represented areas in the country.