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Over 80% of the worlds parliament members are men. Women and men are to have the right to fill participation on an equal basis.

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02.04.12

Binga women in Zimbabwe make history on the Zambezi River

Binga women in Zimbabwe make history on the Zambezi River

“I used to sell fish under the trees, and carry fish on my head. I would wake up at 4am to walk a long distance to buy fish from the fishermen. Now I sleep and wake up normal hours, and have my tea before the Captain comes. I never thought I would have time to sleep, eat, work and rest like this!”

So reveals Kuli Mungombe, one of ten women who are making history in Zimbabwe by owning and operating a fishing rig in the country. The women, from the Tonga ethnic group, formally entered the male-dominated industry last year after being provided with the rig, equipment and skills training.

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03.01.12

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