As we just emerged from the 2026 Local Government Elections one can’t but wonder about gender representation in politics. While women play an important role in the

country's electoral process, major political parties continue to be largely led by men. The discussion looks at the gender balance in political leadership, whether women feel represented by the people leading political parties, and how visible female leadership could influence voter participation and turnout.

GUEST: Khanyi Magubune – Political Analyst