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Sudan's Ruling Council Appoints 1st Woman Chief Justice in Africa

Naba Mohiedeen

   KHARTOUM - Sudan's ruling council has appointed the country's first
   woman chief justice. The appointment is seen as another step forward
   for female representation in the new transitional government.

   The Sovereign Council has officially confirmed the pick of Neemat
   Abdullah as chief justice of the country's judiciary, a first in Sudan
   and the entire Arab world.

   Many in Sudan see the appointment as a major step forward for Sudanese
   women.

   Researcher and politican Nahid Jabrallah, the founder of the Sima
   center for children, said the appointment of Judge Neemat Abdullah is a
   victory for Sudanese women and very symbolic of Sudanese women's
   participation in the 30-year fight [against Bashir]. It also shows a
   commitment to women and women's issues.
   

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