Her legacy as prime minister will be discussed and disputed, but there’s no doubt her influence will continue to be felt, both in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.

Commentary about New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been its abusive, violent, sexist and misogynistic tenor.

At the press conference announcing New Zealand’s first lockdown in the face of COVID, she said: “Be strong, and be kind.”

New Zealanders will have a new prime minister by February 7 and will go to the polls on October 14, after two-term Labour Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her resignation to spend more time with her family.

New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern resigned and will step down as Labour Party leader by 7 February. She confirmed a national election in October later this year. During her announcement today, She said, “For me it’s time, I just don’t have enough in the tank for another four years.” 

By disclosing her vulnerable side, prioritising herself, and stepping down when the situation required more than she could provide, Jacinda Ardern is teaching major life lessons.

Jacinda Ardern has announced she will quit as New Zealand prime minister next month, saying she no longer has “enough in the tank” to lead.

“Jacindamania” illustrates how popularity and a few hero-like depictions are not enough to constitute a fully-fledged personality cult.

New Zealand PM cancels wedding. The reason? Omicron. COVID has left no option to even the most influential in the world. New Zealand’s Prime Minister has cancelled her wedding because of the latest rules to curb the spread of coronavirus in the country. Her partner Clarke Gayford and she have decided to follow the new […]

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