Mpuma gets ready for women's parliament

 "The objectives of a women's parliament is to share information, educate women and facilitate the participation of citizens in evaluating the progress made in entrenching democratic values within our population," she said, adding that women still faced challenges since the country gained democracy in 1994.

"Challenges range from poverty to unemployment, diseases and underdevelopment," said Moreosele.

The women's parliament would also involve MECs, and the main points of discussion would be the Comprehensive Rural Development Programme and the empowerment of women. Discussions would also consider progress made in terms of food security challenges to health and economic development.

Also under discussion will be the role of women in the fight against crime.

"We will discuss the route from victim to victor," said Moreosele.

The workshops will be conducted in three towns, starting with Mashishing on Wednesday, followed by Middelburg on Thursday and closing in Secunda on Friday