"Ninety percent of Nigerian women of working age are self-employed, with many operating businesses from their homes. This is significantly higher than self-employment rates in high-income countries."
"The study reveals that home-based self-employment among women is not merely a matter of personal preference or flexibility, but is heavily influenced by childcare responsibilities and cultural norms."
"Childcare responsibilities, housing access, electricity, and cultural norms strongly shape women's work location, indicating that structural barriers must be addressed to support women in business."
"Supporting women in business requires more than just training or microfinance; it necessitates the removal of structural barriers that limit their opportunities."
Ninety percent of Nigerian women of working age are self-employed, predominantly in home-based businesses. This contrasts sharply with self-employment rates in high-income countries. The concentration of self-employment among women is particularly notable in northern Nigeria. Factors influencing the prevalence of home-based businesses include childcare responsibilities, access to housing, electricity availability, and cultural norms. The findings suggest that addressing structural barriers is essential for supporting women in business, rather than solely focusing on training or microfinance solutions.
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