Helen Manyeneng

Helen Manyeneng
Deputy Speaker of the
National Assembly of Botswana
Assumed office
7 November 2024
Preceded byPono Moatlhodi
Member of Parliament for Mmopane-Metsimotlhabe
Assumed office
30 October 2024
Preceded byconstituency established
Majority120 (1.16%)
Personal details
PartyAlliance for Progressives
Other political
affiliations
Umbrella for Democratic Change

Helen Pushie Manyeneng is a Motswana politician who has been Member of Parliament for Mmopane-Metsimotlhabe since 2024.

Early career

Manyeneng is a nurse by profession.

Political career

In the 2024 Botswana general election she was one of three female members of the National Assembly of Botswana. She was elected in the newly created constituency of Mmopane-Metsimotlhabe. She was elected deputy speaker. She is an advocate for equitable representation of women in politics.

References

  1. ↑ Gabathuse, Ryder (2026-02-04). "Manyeneng: Advocate for women and children's rights". Mmegi Online. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
  2. ↑ Dube, Mqondisi (2024-11-07). "Activists want more women in Botswana's National Assembly". Voice of America. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
  3. ↑ Mathala, Sharon (2023-02-15). "Four new constituencies come 2024". Mmegi Online. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
  4. ↑ "Gender Links | Botswana: Woman deputy speaker, but fewer women MPs". Gender Links. 2024-10-22. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
  5. ↑ "Deputy Speaker Helen Manyeneng Urges SADC States to Champion Women's Political Representation". Botswana Youth Magazine. 2025-06-04. Retrieved 2026-05-14.

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