Rwanda has emerged as a global leader in gender equality. From the progressive constitution to the high number of women in parliament and other decision making organs. In the corporate boardrooms. The country has taken significant strides towards a level playing field.
However, new research presented at the 11th Annual Research Conference by IPAR on March 27 exposes a persistent challenge - the unequal burden of unpaid care work that disproportionately falls on women in our families.The research paints a concerning picture: Rwandan women shoulder at least two and a half times more pre-care and domestic work than men. This invisible workload translates to time poverty, limiting their opportunities for education, employment, and participation in public life.
Reduction requires government intervention to ensure amenities like affordable childcare facilities, accessible water points, among others which can free up women's time and energy, allowing them to pursue their goals which will still benefit the family and the national economy in general.
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