By Johnathan Paoli
A multi-party delegation representing the South African Parliament attending the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly has voiced strong concern over the ongoing marginalisation of women in global peace processes.
The multi-party delegation led by National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza called for urgent and concrete actions to ensure women’s full, equal and meaningful participation in peace-building efforts.
Speaking at the high-level gathering, the delegation noted with alarm that no women’s groups were signatories to any peace agreements in 2023.
They described this as a significant setback, particularly in light of extensive research showing that peace agreements are more durable and inclusive when women are involved in their negotiation and implementation.
“There is a global consensus that women’s participation in peace processes leads to more sustainable outcomes. Yet we continue to see their exclusion from critical decision-making roles. This must change,” Didiza said.
While acknowledging countries that have made
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