A gender perspective on transport and accessibility in off-road areas: the case of women traders in Gomoa, coastal Ghana

Published by:

FARM-D

Publication date

25/01/1999

Language:

English

Type of Publication:

Studies

Focus Region:

Sub-Saharan Africa

Focus Topic:

Agricultural Value Chains / Agri-Businesses

Market / Trade

Type of Risk:

Logistical & infrastructural

Commodity:

Crops

Source

http://www.dfid.gov.uk/r4d/pdf/outputs/R7149i.pdf

Author

Porter, G.

The objective of this research undertaken in the Gomoa District, Central Region, was to work with women traders and local transporters to explore the potential for improving market access for women residents off-road.

Keywords: food markets, gender issues, transport, women