This paper focuses on the state of knowledge and practice with regard to implementing gender-informed mobility planning and policy in Africa. A key question in the paper is: considering that gender equity and inclusivity are explicit policy goals across the continent, why are there currently so few policy frameworks that directly address these issues?

This work is one of two scientific papers on “Gender-informed mobility planning and policy: status, barriers, ways forward” commissioned by VREF. The second paper in this area, authored by Gail Jennings (University of Cape Town, South Africa), is also available, under ”Results and Publications” on www.vref.se.