Source: Authors’ collected survey data in February 2023.
A higher proportion of women’s daily travel compared to men’s is dedicated to mobility of care in Accra. This includes escorting children, household shopping, and caring for sick or elderly relatives. Yet, women, particularly in low-income groups, primarily rely on walking and Trotro minibuses for transportation. However, these modes offer limited access to essential services such as markets, primary schools, and healthcare facilities.
In Accra, over half of the population cannot reach a primary school within a 30-minute walk. This disproportionately impacts women who undertake 75% of trips bringing children to and from school. Trotros, the main form of public transport, often refuse entry to children under 12, traditionally free riders, to avoid revenue loss and delays. Consequently, trotro usage among low-income groups drops from 38% to 3% when traveling with children, effectively cutting off women from this mode.
