Being a female politician in a highly patriarchal society such as South Sudan is never easy. But more and more women are breaking down the gender-rel… - Ann Itto Leonardo

Our political parties are not creating enough forums for women to understand who they are. I am trying to say women are watching every political party in South Sudan.

We need to provide leadership; this is number one, and also participating fully and taking care of our own interests. It is not just about our presence, but there are training opportunities in customs, trade, finance and banking system, and so forth.

If we train our people and take this seriously, it will save South Sudan money because you will not spend money again to train people because you will use the money paid as membership fees.