Volume time and labor income: An analysis of labour of the motor bike transporters in Cameroon
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https://doi.org/10.18559/rielf.2024.2.2021Keywords:
labour market, labour supply, income, motorcycle transporters, CameroonAbstract
Purpose: This paper examines the hours and incomes of motorcycle transporters in Cameroun.
Design/methodology/approach: Data from a field survey are analysed using the two-stage Heckman and Mincer models, respectively.
Findings: The results show that long working hours, being an owner-operator, having a category A driving license, and having family responsibilities significantly increase the number of hours worked and the earnings of transporters. Long working hours in this field suggest insufficient employment opportunities, especially when they are accompanied by low levels of productivity or hourly earnings.
Originality/value: As the process of institutionalising this activity, which provides a large number of direct jobs for the unemployed, continues, it is suggested that dialogue be pursued between the unions and associations of motorbike transporters and the public authorities to establish a framework through which transporters can benefit from financial support from the state. It is also suggested that awareness-raising seminars be organised on the profession’s risks and provide specific health cover for motorbike transporters.
JEL Classification
Truncated and Censored Models • Switching Regression Models (C34)
Labor Force and Employment, Size, and Structure (J21)
Time Allocation and Labor Supply (J22)
Labor Contracts (J41)
Transportation: Demand, Supply, and Congestion • Travel Time • Safety and Accidents • Transportation Noise (R41)
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