Exploring mobility characteristics in rural Sub-Saharan Africa: a case study of the Yamoussoukro Region, Côte d’Ivoire

David Ziegler (), Philipp Rosner (), Clemens Pizzinini (), Mathis Kremer (), Sara Grambs (), Victor Rommel () and Markus Lienkamp ()
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David Ziegler: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Institute of Automotive Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design
Philipp Rosner: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Institute of Automotive Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design
Clemens Pizzinini: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Institute of Automotive Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design
Mathis Kremer: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Institute of Automotive Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design
Sara Grambs: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Institute of Automotive Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design
Victor Rommel: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Institute of Automotive Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design
Markus Lienkamp: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Institute of Automotive Technology, TUM School of Engineering and Design

Transportation, 2025, vol. 52, issue 6, No 11, 2570 pages

Abstract: Abstract Access to transportation is a key enabler of economic and sustainable development in rural emerging economies. Implementing effective improvements requires a deep understanding of the current mobility landscape. Despite its significance, recent research on transportation and mobility characteristics in rural Sub-Saharan Africa remains limited. This study addresses this gap by analyzing mobility patterns and motivations in central Côte d’Ivoire, based on a series of quantitative and qualitative field surveys and a two- electric-vehicle pilot study, conducted between 2021 and 2023. We comprehensively assess rural transportation by situating our empirical findings within the context of existing transportation models and prior studies while evaluating their implications for the Sustainable Development Goals, and offering an outlook on electric vehicle usage patterns in rural areas. The findings provide important guidance for policymakers and industry stakeholders, helping to develop sustainable interventions and business models that improve local access to goods, services, and economic opportunities.

Keywords: Transportation; Rural mobility patterns; Sub-Saharan Africa; GPS logging; Surveys; Interviews; Electric Mobility; Sustainable Development Goals (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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