Helen Manyeneng
Helen Manyeneng | |
|---|---|
| Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Botswana | |
| Assumed office 7 November 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Pono Moatlhodi |
| Member of Parliament for Mmopane-Metsimotlhabe | |
| Assumed office 30 October 2024 | |
| Preceded by | constituency established |
| Majority | 120 (1.16%) |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Alliance for Progressives |
Other party | Umbrella for Democratic Change |
Helen Pushie Manyeneng is a Motswana politician who has been Member of Parliament for Mmopane-Metsimotlhabe since 2024.
Early career
[edit]Manyeneng is a nurse by profession.[1]
Political career
[edit]In the 2024 Botswana general election she was one of three female members of the National Assembly of Botswana.[2] She was elected in the newly created constituency of Mmopane-Metsimotlhabe.[3] She was elected deputy speaker.[4] She is an advocate for equitable representation of women in politics.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ Gabathuse, Ryder (2026-02-04). "Manyeneng: Advocate for women and children's rights". Mmegi Online. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ^ Dube, Mqondisi (2024-11-07). "Activists want more women in Botswana's National Assembly". Voice of America. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ^ Mathala, Sharon (2023-02-15). "Four new constituencies come 2024". Mmegi Online. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ^ "Gender Links | Botswana: Woman deputy speaker, but fewer women MPs". Gender Links. 2024-10-22. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ^ "Deputy Speaker Helen Manyeneng Urges SADC States to Champion Women's Political Representation". Botswana Youth Magazine. 2025-06-04. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
See also
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