Katharine Helmore
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Two Islamic parties win in first round of elections, leaving liberal groupings far behind.
Military council refuses to delay polls as divisions heighten between army, political parties and protestors
Revolution seen as opportunity to press for progress in conservative society.
Community has long borne the brunt of systematic discrimination, but now face violence from Islamic extremists.
Demonstration in Sanaa highlights role of female activists in ongoing uprising.
Protests grow over extension of emergency law and ongoing military rule.
President Museveni has yet to show how far he will go to quell grassroots protests.