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Sudan: First Woman Foreign Minister Named in New Cabinet
DW, 5 September 2019
A former World Bank economist will join Sudan's first female foreign minister in the country's first government since the overthrow of longtime ruler Omar al-Bashir, the new prime… Read more »
Sudan Names First Government Since Al-Bashir Ouster
In a major step for the country, Prime Minister Abdallah Hambdok has announced his Cabinet, following the ouster of Omar al-Bashir after 30 years in power. The country's new political dispensation was marred by deadly protests as citizens objected to the military council leadership until a coalition was formed between the military and civilians. Four women are part of the 18-member Cabinet for the first time, including Foreign Minister, Asma Mohamed Abdallah.
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Members of Sudan's new ruling body, the Sovereign Council, were officially sworn in on Wednesday, a day after the final signing of a long-anticipated power sharing agreement ... Read more »
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The solemn swearing in of eleven members of the sovereign council on August 21 in Khartoum saw the inclusion of two women. The representation raises expectations that women will be ... Read more »
