DAR ES SALAAM, Nov. 2 -- Gender-insensitive cultural norms and systemic barriers have been identified as some of the major obstacles continuing to limit womens participation in decision-making, leadership and peacebuilding processes.

Vice-President Deogratius Ndejembi made the remarks today, November 2, 2026, while officially opening the Great Lakes Region Women Parliamentarians Conference in Dar es Salaam, noting that despite progress in increasing womens participation at various levels of leadership, they remain underrepresented in decision-making positions.

He said some existing systems continue to deny women equal opportunities to participate in discussions, express their views and make decisions on matters concerning peace, securit...