Women and Transport Conference

About Our Conferences

Annual Women and Transport Africa Conference

Empowering Women, Transforming Transport

The Women and Transport Africa (WTA) Conference is an annual gathering dedicated to advancing gender equality, inclusivity, and innovation in Africa’s transport sector. This series of conferences represents our unwavering commitment to transforming the landscape of transportation across the continent.

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Driving Change in African Transport

We envision an African transport sector that is equitable, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of all its users, with women playing pivotal roles at every level – from policy-making to implementation.

The transport sector has traditionally been male-dominated, often overlooking the unique needs and perspectives of women. Our annual conferences serve as a catalyst for change by:

Fostering Dialogue: Creating a platform for meaningful discussions on gender issues in transport.
Promoting Leadership: Inspiring and supporting women to take on leadership roles in the sector.
Driving Innovation: Encouraging solutions that address gender-specific challenges in mobility and accessibility.
Influencing Policy: Advocating for gender-responsive policies and practices in transport planning and management.
Building Networks: Connecting professionals, academics, and policymakers to share knowledge and best practices.

Increase women’s participation in the transport workforce at all levels
Improve the safety and security of women in public transportation
Promote research and data collection on gender and transport in Africa
Encourage sustainable and inclusive urban planning that considers women’s mobility needs
Foster technological innovations that enhance women’s access to transport services

Since its inception, the WTA Conference has:

Brought together thousands of stakeholders from across Africa and beyond
Facilitated the implementation of gender-responsive transport policies in several African countries
Inspired numerous initiatives aimed at improving women’s safety in public spaces
Contributed to a growing body of research on gender and transport in the African context

Code of Conduct

By attending our conference, you agree to

Avoiding These Behaviors

Harassment in any form including sexual harrasment
Invasion of privacy, including:
- Taking photos or requesting selfies without permission
- Taking screenshots of conversations without consent
- Posting personal details about someone else without their permission
Disruptive behavior, excessive drinking, stalking, following, or threatening anyone
Abuse of power (including abuses related to position, wealth, race, or gender)
Ignoring health or safety guidelines that place yourself or others at risk
Homophobia, racism, or any behavior that discriminates against a group or class of people

Promoting These Behaviors

Respecting the boundaries of other attendees
Honoring confidentiality requests by speakers and other attendees
Looking out for one another

Following Protocol

If you experience or witness a violation of this Code of Conduct during the conference:

Contact a WTA Conference organizer immediately
Use our name-optional reporting form to inform key WTA managers

We are committed to addressing all reported incidents promptly and fairly.

Our Previous Conferences

View and download reports from our previous annual conferences

2021

WTA 2021: 2nd Annual Conference

2020

WTA 2020: 1st Annual Conference

2019

WTA 2019 Annual Conference

In Partnership With

Partners and Donors

Women-mobilize-women in partnership with women and transport africa conference

UNEP in partnership with women and transport africa conference

UKaid in partnership with women and transport africa conference

What Our Attendees Have to Say

Testimonials from our conference attendees

The Conference has really helped me. I saw women who were drivers in the big city and had their own fleet, and I was encouraged. I drive around the city very well. Flone, thank you for the platform and opportunity to realize my potential.

Caroline Wanjiku

Women in Transport

As a driver, the conference trainings have given me confidence because I know my rights as a woman on the road.

Emily Midora Mumata

Women in Transport

WIT conference is a great platform, especially for women social entrepreneurs working toward solving urban challenges. Through these networks, you can learn from other organizations working on similar projects and get advice on leapfrog some challenges. You also receive positive criticism, encouragement, and support to help grow and scale your organization.

Mary Atieno

WTA offered my start-up (Wow Mom Ltd) an international platform to showcase work. We were able to present our feasibility study on “Implication of lack of baby changing facilities to access of space by children and caregiver” to a wider audience and that was key in applying subsequent grants for our project implementation. We secured funding via Duke-UNICEF accelerator program that will not only enable us to install baby changing facilities in public toilets in Nairobi but scale our organization and impact

Eninah Ndegwa

Wow Mom Kenya

After attending the 2018 Women and Transport Africa conference, I was inspired to take action towards advancing social justice in public transportation. After the Conference, I convened the Socially Just Public Transport Working Group with the support of FES-Kenya, which brings together diverse stakeholders to address critical issues of equity and accessibility within our transportation systems. The working group developed the socially just public transport principles. Read about the principles here

FAQs About The Conference

Frequently Asked Questions about the Women and Transport Africa Conference

The WTA Conference is an annual event that brings together professionals, policymakers, academics, and advocates to discuss and promote gender equality and innovation in Africa’s transport sector.

Key themes include women’s leadership in transport, creating safe and inclusive public spaces, sustainable urban mobility, technology and innovation, and policy development for equitable transport systems.

The conference is ideal for transport professionals, urban planners, policymakers, researchers, students, and anyone interested in advancing gender equality in the African transport sector.

Registration can be completed online through our official website. Visit the Registration page for step-by-step instructions and payment options.

Yes, we offer early bird discounts for registrations made before the conference date. Check our Registration page for current rates and deadlines.

Our speakers include renowned subject matter experts, industry leaders, and influential policymakers in the transport sector. For detailed profiles of our speakers, please visit our Speakers page.

The conference features keynote speeches, panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking events. Click here to download a detailed program of the conference on our website.

The conference will take place at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya. For more details about the venue and accommodation options, please visit our Program page.

Yes, the conference includes dedicated networking sessions, social events, and an interactive cocktail session to connect with other attendees.

We offer exhibition spaces and sponsorship opportunities for organizations wishing to showcase their products or services. Please visit our Sponsorship Package page for more information.