A gender comparison of factors associated with time use towards unpaid domestic, caregiving services and selfcare in Kenya

David Tinashe Nyagweta

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Abstract: Surveys and respective research on time use and associated factors such as gender is well established, yet studies still lag on several countries in Africa. This has been a reality for Kenya which is ranked 14 and 77 on the continent and globally for in terms of Gender Gap Index. Using Kenya’s first ever nationally representative time use survey; 2021 Kenya Time Use Survey (KTUS) this study examined factors associated with time allocation towards unpaid labour, and self-care. The study reveals that despite increased female labour market participation and gender-focused policies, women still dedicate more time to unpaid work and less to personal well-being. Key factors such as marital status, education, employment, and household structure are analysed, showing significant gender disparities in time use. The findings underscore the need for targeted policy interventions to address gender inequities in time use and promote well-being.

Keywords: Time use; self-care; well-being (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: J10 J16 J71 J80 Z13 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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