Enhancing understanding on safe motorcycle taxi and three-wheeler use for rural transport, Discussion Paper: Democratic Republic of Congo
Findings of the project ‘Enhancing understanding on safe motorcycle and three-wheeler use and implications for training and regulatory frameworks
Abstract
This Discussion Paper presents some DRC-specific findings of the project ‘Enhancing understanding on safe motorcycle and three- wheeler use for rural transport and the implications for appropriate training and regulatory frameworks’. After an initial scoping trip to DRC that took place in February 2019, the research strategy was reviewed and finalised. Activities included a review of the regulatory framework and existing training, a survey of the benefits and disbenefits of motorcycle and three-wheeler taxis, and key informant interviews. The study has revealed that motorcycle taxis are very important for rural travel, and growing in popularity among rural communities. They are especially important for health-related trips and also provide economic advantages, creating employment and supporting agriculture. As well as the many benefits that motorcycle taxis provide, riders and passengers are also frequently the victims of road traffic crashes, as well as crime, abuse and health issues.
This work is part of the Applied Research on Rural Roads and Transport Services through Community Access Programmes in Africa and Asia (AFCAP2 and AsCAP)
Citation
Barber, C. et al (2019). Enhancing understanding on safe motorcycle taxi and three-wheeler use for rural transport, Discussion Paper: Democratic Republic of Congo. London: ReCAP for DFID.
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