Sierra Leone: Women in parliament
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| Sierra Leone |
Women in parliament, percent |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 28.19 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Measure | percent |
| Data availability | 1999 - 2023 |
| Average | 13.09 |
| Min - Max | 8.75 - 28.19 |
| Source | The World Bank |
The latest value from 2023 is 28.19 percent, an increase from 12.33 percent in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 25.36 percent, based on data from 180 countries. Historically, the average for Sierra Leone from 1999 to 2023 is 13.09 percent. The minimum value, 8.75 percent, was reached in 1999 while the maximum of 28.19 percent was recorded in 2023.
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Definition: Women in parliaments are the percentage of parliamentary seats in a single or lower chamber held by women.
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happiness index | 3.25 | 2024 | points |
| Human development | 0.458 | 2022 | points |
| Women in parliament | 28.19 | 2023 | percent |
| Land area | 72,180 | 2022 | sq. km |