JOURNAL ARTICLE

An Overview of the Obstacles to Gender Equality Processes in Rural and Urban Ghana: A Comparative Analysis.

  • Published In: Journal of Asian & African Studies (Sage Publications, Ltd.), 2025, v. 60, n. 6. P. 3654 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Wadei, Bernice; Fredua Antoh, Ernestina; Addison, Monica; Yeboah, Thomas 3 of 3

Abstract

This article examines the main obstacles to gender equality in Ghana, comparing rural and urban contexts to inform policy decisions. Using a mixed-method approach involving 400 household surveys, interviews, and focus groups in the Ejisu Juabeng Municipality and Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly, the study found that culture, illiteracy, family ties, and residential orientation pose greater challenges in rural areas, while religion similarly affects both settings. Cultural norms and communal living in rural communities strongly restrict gender role changes, whereas urban economic pressures and housing privacy somewhat mitigate these barriers. The findings emphasize that gender equality interventions in Ghana must be both gender-transformative and location-sensitive to effectively address the distinct socio-cultural dynamics in rural and urban environments.

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Asian & African Studies (Sage Publications, Ltd.). 2025/09, Vol. 60, Issue 6, p3654
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Women's Studies and Feminism
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0021-9096
  • DOI:10.1177/00219096241235290
  • Accession Number:187437942
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