Let's work for a woman president: Dlamini-Zuma
AU chairperson, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma says she sees no reason why a female president cannot become a South African reality.
"Women need to take their rightful place in society. So, as a principle, if the ANC Women's League wants a woman president, let's work for it" she said.
Dlamini-Zuma addressed the issue on the first day of a gathering of Africa editors and press officers.
The ANC NEC member has been touted by ANC leagues to take over from her former husband, President Jacob Zuma.
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The party's elective conference is scheduled for 2017.
Dlamini Zuma has questioned why the top leadership position cannot be filled by a woman.