The Impact of Women's Political Participation in Sudan a Case Study of (Khartoum State)

Abstract

This study aims at analyzing the factors affecting the political participation of Sudanese women in Khartoum State, focusing on three main areas: legislation and policies, social and cultural factors, and the role of local and international organizations. The study relied on the descriptive analytical method using the questionnaire and interview tools, and the research sample included 200 politically active women in Khartoum State. The results revealed that the quota system (25%) stipulated in the 2005 constitution contributed to increasing women's representation, but its effectiveness remained limited due to obstacles related to the social environment and structural discrimination. The study also indicated that the level of education plays a crucial role in enhancing political participation, with those holding a university or postgraduate education making up 57.5% of the research sample. The study recommended the necessity of raising the quota to 30% while strengthening implementation mechanisms, launching extensive community awareness programs, and providing financial and training support for female candidates. It also emphasized the importance of amending certain legislative texts that still pose an obstacle to the full participation of women in political life.