More than 40,000 mothers in Paraguay are currently seeking employment, a situation that the director of the National Institute of Statistics (INE), Iván Ojeda, described as particularly challenging. In remarks reported by C9N, Ojeda stated that for many Paraguayan mothers, getting a job “cuesta el triple” (costs three times as much), highlighting the economic hurdles and lack of opportunities they face.
The INE data also reveal that 36% of households in the country are headed by a mother, many of whom are the sole providers for their families. The figures underscore the disproportionate burden on women in the labor market, especially those with caregiving responsibilities.
The report from C9N did not provide further details on the specific sectors or regions most affected, but the statistics point to a persistent structural challenge in Paraguay's economy.