The informal sector and mass markets have realised that people want to be valued for their knowledge, expertise and contribution to societal well-being rather than depend on food aid and government ...

There is no doubt that Zambia’s current size of the informal sector carries significant economic costs, and this article will outline those costs to encourage authorities to prioritize solving this ...

Street traders play an important role in tourism in South Africa. They provide affordable goods to tourists while generating ...

In a staggering display of cruelty, South African police laid siege to an illegal gold mine near Johannesburg, leaving at ...

Mbare Musika has long been a symbol of Zimbabwe's informal economy, an epicentre where thousands of traders have earned a living, supported families, and contributed to the country's economy.

Ethiopia's economy has experienced rapid growth, with the country becoming one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa. By learning from Ethiopia and other countries' experiences, Zimbabwe can ...

South Africa’s government has drawn up a lofty plan to develop a free digital payment platform for residents to reduce cash ...

This can contribute to local economic growth and poverty reduction ... the digital wallet landscape in Africa will be shaped ...