Anita Kalinde

Women play important roles in their community such as nurturing and taking care of their families and community members which makes them loyal and dependable citizens of their nations.

There is need for the women to work together in collaboration with men and integrate young women into leadership.

Women contribute significantly to the development agenda of their nations because they all make decisions that mould children and give life and society existence.

As their Member of Parliament, I had to make an informed choice, either to serve their interest or the interest of the party.

Africa needs visionary and transformative that can always incorporate views of women and provide them with a conducive environment for their participation in developing the region.

In order to encourage more women participation in leadership and government, the world should give them the support they require and create space for them.

Right now, I am an Independent member who will able to speak in Parliament without fear or favour, affection or ill-will and this is in line with the oath of office that I swore.