Women's movements in Africa have played a crucial role in increasing female representation in legislatures. By working together to push for electoral quotas, these movements have tripled the number of women in legislative positions between 1990 and 2015. Contrary to common beliefs, factors like culture, economic growth, and oil revenues do not necessarily hinder women's political representation. Case studies from Senegal, Mauritania, and Algeria highlight the importance of collective mobilization by women in achieving greater political representation.