Women in Saudi Arabia allowed to participate and seek posts for the first time
227 views · Published 14 December 2015 · 1:41 · Indexed 26 October 2026
Channel: CGTN Africa · 2015 · News & Politics
In a historic vote, 17 women have been elected into local councils in Saudi Arabia. It's the first time in the conservative country's history, for women to be allowed to vote and run as candidates.
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