Swaziland Local Government Draft Gender Strategy

Women constitute 52% of the population in Swaziland. The majority of the population live in rural areas with approximately 23% residing in urban areas. More men (52%) than women (48%) reside in rural areas, whereas in urban areas it is women (51%) who outnumber men (49%). Drought is a real threat for those who live in rural areas which results in food crises that threaten thousands with hunger.

The aim of this strategy is to give effect to government commitments to gender equality at the local level through practical steps for ensuring that gender is mainstreamed in and through local government.

Download : Swaziland Draft Gender Strategy