Businesswoman and independent candidate Serina Heriso Kengermar became the 14th and only female candidate to nominate yesterday to contest the Goroko Open by-election.
At the close of business yesterday, a total of 14 candidates were nominated with the majority of candidates independent.
Among the 13 males nominated is former Goroka MP, Bire Kimisopa.
Nominations for the by-election close today, Wednesday 22 July at 4pm.