Chapter 3. Access to Safe and Affordable Transport

Access to sustainable transport is critical for climate action. Walkable access to public transport is critical too for women, children, persons with disabilities and older persons who can only be guaranteed access if the walking environment is safe. Good walking access underpins the fiscal viability of public transport systems and ensures long term sustainability. Despite many countries in Africa investing heavily in new public transport systems there is very little evidence of planning or investment in the walkability of the 500m/1000m catchment zone.