Labour force sample surveys concepts, definitions and other special problems in the field of labour force

Abstract

The primary purpose of a labor force sample survey (referred to for brevity as LFSS).in African countries should be to provide information on the size and characteristics of the labor force or the economically active population. Another major objective should be to provide indicators on the magnitude and nature of open unemployment and visible underemployment. It would also be desirable to obtain data on the seasonal employment pattern, especially in rural areas.