Leila Reitz

Leila Agnes Buissinné Reitz (née Wright, 13 December 1887 – 27 December 1959) was a South African politician who served as the first woman elected to Parliament in South Africa. She represented Parktown in the House of Assembly of South Africa from 1933 until 1943. Quotes I want to make it clear to the House that if we do not bring in a comprehensive measure such as I have outlined, we shall fall very short indeed not only of what other countries have achieved, but certainly of what must be done in this country. South Africa must protect itself for it is obvious that our safety from isolation is gone. We women cannot expect to have equal rights franchise if we let the men fight and are not prepared to defend ourselves. External links Category:Women politicians in South Africa Category:1887 births Category:1959 deaths Category:Women born in the 1880s