Investigating The Socio-Economic Challenges Faced by Female Migrant Hawkers at The Kasoa Toll booth
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2022-05
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Ghana, like many developing countries, experiences a high rate of internal
migration (rural-urban migration). This type of mobility is many times performed by
people moving from rural dwellings to urban centers in search of economic
opportunities. Over the years, women's participation in Ghana's rural-urban migration
streams has seen a rise and street hawking is one of the popular informal economic
opportunities taken up by female migrants in Ghana’s urban spaces. Despite its
opportunity for financial freedom, the job is characterized by harsh working conditions,
insecurity and the risk of physical harm and abuse.
The objective of this study is to recommend solutions for sustainable, long-term
positive impact in the lives of female migrant street hawkers by focusing on those who
work near the Kasoa Tollbooth. To achieve this, the research asked questions concerned
with why the females migrated and what socio-economic challenges they faced. The
study also looked at whether the females still believe that the decision to migrate was
the correct one, given different factors. The research was analyzed using the qualitative
phenomenological approach which is advantageous in its ability to capture the
experiences and essence of a phenomenon from the perspective of participants. Primary
data was collected on the street hawkers at the Kasoa Tollbooth in the form of in-depth
interviews and focus group discussions. From the research, it was found that the female
migrant hawkers at the Kasoa Tollbooth face many socio-economic challenges
including injuries, illnesses, harassment by officials and theft. According to the
respondents, the best way to help them achieve their long-term goals involves financial
assistance either to open a shop, further one’s education or pursue a career with an
existing skill
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Undergraduate thesis submitted to the Department of Business Administration, Ashesi
University. Submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration.
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Undergraduate Thesis
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Boa-Amponsem, E. (2022). Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. Ashesi University, Berekuso. 62 pgs.