From zero in 2013 to seven governors, women prove their mettle in election

In 2017 only 23 women were elected as MPs and now the number has increased to 29 (Photo: Courtesy)

"Who runs the world? Girls!" Is a song by Beyonce that was best portrayed in this year's General Elections held on August 9.

From no female governors in 2013 to now seven governors, three senators and 29 constituency seats won by women.